There are times when we enjoy sitting outside and watching it rain and the wind blow. Then there are other times where we desperately try to run for cover because the storm is reaching a level we have never seen before. There is no telling what kind of weather mother nature can release daily. But,…
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Your life gets busy which is why you’ve decided to hire a cleaning service to take care of your house. It’s not long after the cleaners leave that you start to feel sick. It might have something to do with the products they used. Many cleaning products sound great by the description on the bottle…
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There are many reasons to go green when it comes to construction. Keeping the planet’s health in mind when we build isn’t always easy but it is noble. Of course, there is something wrong with the way we keep contaminating the Earth. Do we have to ditch the car and the dream house for a…
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It’s no secret that electric bills in the United States are sky-high. How high? The average cost of electricity is around 12 cents per kilowatt/hour or $120 a month. While this may not sound like a lot, it adds up over the course of a year. This number may be higher for businesses, too. The…
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Are you looking for more ways you can reduce your environmental footprint? You should think about building a sustainable home. We’ve put together this guide to show you five reasons this investment will benefit both you and the environment. So let’s get started! 1. Benefits the Environment Sustainable homes reduce the amount of energy your…
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There are over 367,000 HVAC and refrigeration technicians in the country. When your AC stops working in the middle of summer, you’re going to want to know how to find the right one for the job. Otherwise, you might find yourself sweating it out. After all, summer is their busy season. Finding the perfect HVAC contractor now…
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Few things can ruin the environment and feel of your house as a pile of junk. Whether it’s old furniture, food waste, or any other kind of garbage that needs to be disposed of, having a pile of junk in a corner of a room or outside can completely ruin your homey vibes. Getting rid of junk…
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Did you know that the price of an average home in the United States is roughly $200,000? At the same time, building your own house from scratch can cost between $165,000 and $475,000, depending on various factors. This begs the question of what is more cost-effective – building vs buying a home? There are many…
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Did you know that there are tons of plants with health benefits to choose from that can remove toxins from the air and help you sleep better? Whether you want to liven up your home or try your hand at gardening, working with plants can also work wonders for your well-being. While this hobby is rewarding, it…
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Don’t you hate it when you’re in the middle of your favorite TV show and the reception goes out? It’s frustrating, especially if it happens often. You feel like throwing your remote toward the TV. You don’t have to be a rocket scientist to know how your HDTV digital indoor antenna works to fix it. There…
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Did you know that over 100 people die every year in the United States from trees falling? Although trees are majestic and beautiful, they can become a serious threat when they suffer damage or collapse completely. Have you ever asked yourself the question, “Do I need to remove my trees?” If so, you may need…
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So you’re looking to hire a solar contractor? The solar installation experience can be daunting. If you don’t know what you are doing you can easily get scammed by a dodgy contractor. Imagine, paying out thousands of dollars to find out that the contractor didn’t properly install your solar panels, or worse disappears halfway through…
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Ewa Beach, Hawaii has the highest percentage of solar-powered homes with 6.282% of residents utilizing the power of the sun. As time moves forward, we are going to see more and more communities using solar panels for their homes. Solar panels are taking over the world, and if you’re not on board already, you’re probably figuring…
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How environmentally friendly is your HVAC? Though air conditioning is not very eco-friendly, the more advanced HVAC systems are, the more efficiently they run. Still, as of 2018, 12 percent of US home energy consumption comes from air conditioning. Therefore, it’s important to try to reduce the carbon footprint of your new HVAC system. Check…
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The average American spends around 112 dollars on their power bill each month. This amount varies depending on the state you live in and the amount of electricity you use. While you may not have control over the state you live in you do get to have control of your electricity intake. There are more…
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Did you know that the average office employee uses about 10,000 pieces of printer paper every year? In some businesses, it’s difficult to find ways to cut down on paper waste. However, every business can easily switch to electronic pay stubs. Electronic pay stubs can reduce your paper usage, along with bringing other efficient qualities…
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There are only 11 years left to make massive changes in the way we power our lives. If we don’t, we face horrible environmental destruction. Electric utility companies have a massive impact on where we source our energy. By default, they typically decide whether we use carbon creating fuels. Most energy comes from burning coal…
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