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Which Home Siding Options Are Most Eco-Friendly?

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These Home Siding Options Are Best for the Environment Siding is one of the most important features for comfort at home, thanks to its ability to trap air inside. However, it doesn’t always do its job. When your utility bills start to rise, it can be a sign that your siding is no longer properly…

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4 Sustainable Renovations You Can Do Yourself At Home

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Make Your Home More Sustainable With These 4 Strategies More people than ever before are interested in sustainable living. Whether they’re installing solar panels, reducing water consumption, or embracing smart home technology to regulate energy expenditures, homeowners are considering the environmental implications of their residences. Of course, it would be great if homeowners could undertake…

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5 Ways to Maintain your Bathroom for Energy Efficiency in 2017

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Sustainable home design requires a lot of attention to details. Not just the general construction, but also the interior design is crucial to reduce energy consumption and the utility bills. The bathroom is no exception. The bathroom is where we spend some private, “me-time” every day. These days, many of us even carry our smart…

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Green Construction: Benefits of Building Homes with Sustainable Design

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What is Green Construction or Sustainable Design? In a sustainable building design, sustainable materials and construction methods are used for building, and the natural energy sources available from your local climate are used to help meet the need for heating, cooling, and lighting. You may be familiar with the terms “Passive Solar” or “Design With…

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What is a Green Household?

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We are hearing more and more about “being green” every day in the news. But what does “being green” really mean to the typical American household? We’re flooded with green product marketing every day, but which of these products will make the most difference, and (since we’re all on a budget) for the least cost?…

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