10 Tips for a Green Home
“Going green” means living in a way that’s environmentally friendly. It uses less water, less electricity, and less fuel, conserving natural resources while protecting the environment. It also saves money on utility bills, which is something all homeowners can appreciate. From simple to elaborate, here are a few ways to green your house and property. […]
How to Lower Your Heating and Cooling Costs
September 5, 2014
in Home Improvement Tagged air conditioning, bills, cooling, costs, efficiency, energy, heat, utilitiesWhen temperatures drop below freezing or rise to the point of sweltering, does it seem like your wallet develops leaks? If keeping your home comfortable year-round taxes your budget or tempts you to forgo comfort, you need to find a better way. Try implementing simple methods to lower your heating and cooling bills. Save on […]
Go Green: 5 Ways to Cut Your Energy Costs
Implementing energy-saving measures in your home will reduce your utility usage and costs. Every bit you save has a far wider impact, however. You’ll also lessen your consumption of the Earth’s natural resources and eliminate a portion of the air, water and soil pollution that occurs in the process. Start with five methods to cut […]
Energy Inspections for Home Sales
June 29, 2012
in Home Improvement, Home Inspection, Tips When Selling a Home Tagged audit, efficiency, efficient, energy, home sales, inspectionThe global conscience regarding the environment has rapidly shifted in recent years, and an interest in saving energy (and money!) is shared by many people in all demographics. Homebuyers in particular are making more energy efficient choices in the search for their next home. As a result, energy inspections for home sales are increasingly an […]
Alternative Home Energy Installation: What are Forms of Renewable Energy
March 23, 2012
in Home Improvement Tagged alternative energy, energy, home energy, renewable energy, sustainable energy, sustainable home, sustainable home wind power, windTo recap our earlier article on alternative energy home installation, three forms of renewable energy (the most common) are solar, wind and hydro. Less-known are tidal (sea waves), geothermal (natural heat), biomass (decomposed matter), fuel cell (hydrogen and oxygen) and nuclear energy. We continue here with a look at wind power for home use, along […]
Considering Alternative Energy for Your Home
September 29, 2011
in Home Improvement Tagged alternative energy, energy, environment, renewable energey, solar energy, solar powerWhether or not one believes global warming is an issue to be concerned about, it’s hard to refute the evidence that the world’s carbon dioxide production is the main cause of the warming of our planet. To slow the effect, more individuals and corporations are doing their part to minimize their carbon footprint. Recent advancements […]