Weekend home upgrades: fast, affordable fix-ups
Filed under: Budget-friendly, Curb Appeal, Eco-Friendly, Energy Efficiency, Exterior, Green Living, Home Decorating, Lighting
(ARA) - With today’s falling home prices, one family’s well-worn dwelling can quickly become another’s dream “starter” home. Interest rates are at historic lows, meaning buyers can get more house than they could a year ago for the same monthly mortgage payment, according to the National Association of Home Builders.
A bright idea for green remodeling: venting skylights
Filed under: Eco-Friendly, Energy Efficiency, Green Living, Skylights
(ARA) - As green building and remodeling practices become standard procedure, the use of more natural light and passive ventilation is here to stay.
What You Should Know When Shopping for a Water Heater
Filed under: Budget-friendly, Energy Efficiency, Heating & Cooling
(ARA) – How’s your relationship with your household appliances? You open your refrigerator every day and run the dishwasher, clothes washer and dryer several times each week.
Strapped for Cash? HVAC Solutions Keep Costs Low and Comfort High
Filed under: Air Quality, Budget-friendly, Energy Efficiency, Heating & Cooling
(ARA) - You may find the economic climate less than balmy right now, but that doesn’t mean the climate inside your home can’t be comfortable.
Top 5 Ways to Save Water at Home
Filed under: Bathroom Remodeling, Budget-friendly, Do-It-Yourself, Energy Efficiency, Garden, Green Living
(ARA) – Less than 3 percent of the Earth’s water is fresh water and much of that is inaccessible to people. Additionally, at least 36 states anticipate experiencing water shortages by 2013, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. So, if you could easily save water and save money at the same time, why wouldn’t you?
Solar Heating Systems Can Save Money and Pay Off Big
Filed under: Budget-friendly, Eco-Friendly, Energy Efficiency, Green Living, Heating & Cooling, Solar Energy
(ARA) - Green-minded homeowners can continue to turn to the sky for help in coping with rising energy costs for years to come thanks to an extension of the solar tax credit program by Congress.
‘Green’ Equals Green with Ceramic Tile
Filed under: Budget-friendly, Ceramic tiles, Eco-Friendly, Energy Efficiency, Flooring Maintenance, Green Living
(ARA) – For homeowners, good news has been hard to come by in this bleak economy. So it may come as a happy surprise to many to learn that the two most compelling trends in home remodeling and maintenance — pinching pennies and going “green” — are quite compatible with each other.
Easy Tips for an Eco-kind, Budget-friendly Home
Filed under: Budget-friendly, Eco-Friendly, Energy Efficiency, Green Living
(ARA) - Going green is one trend that continues to grow, helping to keep our environment healthy. And in a tough economy, taking eco-friendly steps at home can also be a way to save some money. If you are interested in being more energy efficient and want to reduce waste at your house, you’ll be happy to know it’s easier than you think.
Going Green and Enhancing Indoor Air Quality
(ARA) - More energy-efficient and airtight homes provide lower carbon emissions, significant energy savings and the psychological boost of knowing we’re all doing something to help preserve the planet – so what’s not to love? Despite the cost savings and environmental benefits, however, modern home building and remodeling can have a hidden downside: poor indoor air quality.
How to Cut Heating and Cooling Costs without Cutting Comfort
Filed under: Air Quality, Budget-friendly, Energy Efficiency, Heating & Cooling
(ARA) — Heating and cooling systems account for 56 percent of energy used in a typical home, making it the largest energy expense for most households, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Making smarter decisions about your heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system can help you save money on your monthly utility bills.
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