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Household FAQs

 
 

How can I ask a household expert a question?

Call or email the AnswerLine!

1-800-854-1678 or answer@iastate.edu

9 am -12 pm and 1-4 pm, Monday through Friday

Contact AnswerLine to get information about:

  • Safely cooking, canning, and freezing foods.
  • Cleaning stains and mildew from homes and clothes.
  • Dealing with floods and other household issues.

Where can I find more information about food preservation or canning?

The University of MN offers some great resources for food safety, preservation, and canning. Please visit their website for canning topics and information.

Call or email the AnswerLine:

1-800-854-1678 or answer@iastate.edu

9 am -12 pm and 1-4 pm, Monday through Friday

I found a strange insect in my house. Where can I find more information?

Call or email the AnswerLine:

1-800-854-1678 or answer@iastate.edu

9 am -12 pm and 1-4 pm, Monday through Friday