Category Archives: Live Green
Remodeling with Recycled Glass
According to the experts at Enviroglas, over 40 billion glass bottles are created every year, and over 75% end up in landfills. That’s why clever recycling companies like Gilasi and Vetrazzo are creating product lines that provide eco-friendly alternatives to … Continue reading
Homeowner Tips for Better Fuel Efficiency
Having a utility bill in the triple digits may be common for your household, but with a few simple changes in your daily habits you can save hundreds of dollars as well as reduce your imprint on the environment. When … Continue reading
Consider the Earth When Choosing Furniture
As consumers today, we have more and more opportunities to consider ways in which to limit our impact on the environment through the purchases we make. Purchases for the home are no exception, and furniture is a great place to … Continue reading
How to Green Your Cleaning Routine
Adding sparkle and shine to your home doesn’t have to come at the expense of the environment. There are many environmentally friendly ways to clean your home. Choose from an increasing array of green cleaning products, and you can feel … Continue reading
Insulate Your Way to Lower Heating and Cooling Bills
One of the very best ways to increase the energy efficiency of your home and lower your heating and cooling bills is through effective insulation. Adequate and properly installed installation will help keep cool air out in the winter and … Continue reading
Your Green Guide to Choosing Carpet
More and more homeowners are embracing the idea that they can impact the environment in positive ways through the decorating choices they make for the home. For one such opportunity, you need look no further than underfoot. Carpeting made from … Continue reading
Energy-Efficient Appliances: Where to Find Real Savings
In the average U.S. home, the electricity used to power household appliances and electronics can amount to as much as 20 percent of your annual utility costs. The energy costs associated with a single device may not seem significant, but … Continue reading
Super-Easy Tips for Slashing Energy Costs
Even in flush times, reducing energy consumption – and therefore energy costs – is the right thing to do for the environment. And when money is tight, the incentive for finding ways to whittle away at utility bills is even … Continue reading
Energy-Efficiency Certification: A Green Seal of Approval for Your Home
Provided your home meets a minimum threshold for energy efficiency, you may be eligible for certification under a range of national and regional energy-efficiency certification programs. Even if you don’t already meet required thresholds, a few inexpensive improvements may be … Continue reading
“Green” Mortgages Help Homebuyers Finance Environmentally Conscious Choices
By purchasing a home built to meet greater energy-efficiency standards or committing to make energy improvements to an existing home, you could qualify for an energy-efficient mortgage (EEM) – also known as a “green” mortgage – which can increase your … Continue reading
