Listening to music is a good way to make cleaning jobs go faster. Create your own mixes to play back on a portable Mini Disc player. You can dust to Dixie Chicks or mop to Metallica and make the time fly. April showers bring May flowers, but those showers can also catch us off guard and lead to potential problems. Weather radios can provide an early warning for potential inclement weather and can give people time to prepare.
Surge protectors prevent electronics from being damaged by power surges produced by storms.
Best Buy recommends using surge protectors on computers and home entertainment components, such as TVs, VCRs, DVDs and stereo components, since they are more likely to be affected and more expensive to replace. Spring is also a good time to check batteries in household electronics, smoke detectors and flashlights to ensure all are in working condition. After cleaning the house and braving the storms, people want to take advantage of the spring weather. MP3 players provide great sound during a bike ride around the lake. Family radios can help family members keep in touch while they participate in favorite springtime activities.