January 16th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
Modified wood is a sustainable decking solution. Unlike composite wood, which is made from recycled plastic and wood fiber, treated wood stays cool during the summer months and rarely splinters
January 2nd, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
Significant costs will appear when looking at the custom home, ranging from economic market impact to design team costs, and strict planning is necessary to reduce the costs.
December 30th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
Choose to make 2017 your greenest year yet! These five simple sustainable lifestyle resolutions will have you taking climate action into your hands and making greener choices for our planet.
December 16th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
Choosing a really good contractor is important to ensure you're getting quality work. Here are some tips from Ottawa General Contractors for ensuring you're getting quality work.
December 5th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
Making and baking instead of buying sounds like a great plan this holiday season. Skip the malls and shopping lines, and get started with homemade gifts!
November 21st, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
When you shop this holiday season, choose to Shop Small with local businesses for Small Business Saturdays!
November 14th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
This America Recycles Day, learn more stats and why recycling is still important from the team at the National Environmental Education and Training Foundation (NEEF)
November 3rd, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
Keeping your home clean and green can help you save money, live more comfortably, improve your health, and reduce environmental impacts. Some things are obvious, like switching to LEDs and keeping your dryer vent clear, but others, like cleaning your gutters, can make a major impact and aren't quite as obvious
November 2nd, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
UNICEF and WHO have some scary numbers when it comes to air pollution around the world, and unfortunately it's our youngest citizens that are affected the most.
November 1st, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
Spray foam insulation is a versatile and easy way to cut energy consumption and costs while being environmentally conscious
Lighting
— How to Use a Light Meter to Set Appropriate Light Levels
— T8 Plug-And-Play LED Linear Bulb Options
— LED vs. CFL vs. Incandescent light bulbs
— True Cost of LEDs
— Outdoor lighting Options
Kitchen Efficiency
— Energy Efficiency for the Kitchen
— How to Install a high-efficiency cache aerator
— How to Clean Your Refrigerators Condenser Coils Or Fan
— Setting the Temperature in Your Fridge/Freezer for Maximum Efficiency
— Energy efficiency tips for the refrigerator and freezer
— Installing a High Efficiency Faucet Aerator
— 9 Energy Saving Tips For Efficient Cooking
— Refrigerator and freezer Temperatures: Find the ideal temperatures and humidities for efficient operation
— 5 Natural Remedies for Deodorizing a Refrigerator
— Natural Cleaning Recipes
Bathroom Efficiency
— 4 Tips for Energy Efficiency in the Bathroom
— How To Install A Water Efficient Shower Head
— Test The Flow Rate Of Your Kitchen Or Bathroom Faucets
— Replace the Wax ring on the toilet
— Replace the flapper valve on the toilet to eliminate leaks
— How to Install a Toilet tank bag
— Install high Efficiency Shower heads
— Changing The Sink Aerator
— Check the toilet for water leaks
— How To Install A Shower Flow Valve Adapter
— Green Product Review: 1.0 gallon per minute faucet aerator from Niagara Conservation
HVAC Efficiency
— Energy Efficiency for Window AC units
— How to clean the furnace motor for efficiency
— Efficient furnace filters
— How To Insulate Your Attic Duct System Step by Step
— How to Insulate Your Electrical Outlets
— Weatherstripping 101
— How To Install A Filter Whistle On Your A/C Unit
— How To Insulate Old Windows Without Buying New: Energy-Saving Window Inserts
— Check (and fill) insulation gaps using a laser thermometer
Laundry & Appliance Efficiency
— Make Your Computer More Energy Efficient
— Setting the Temperature in Your Fridge/Freezer for Maximum Efficiency
— Energy Saving Tips for Washing Machines & Dryers
— How You Can Save Money By Cleaning Your Home Appliances
— How To Clean Your Dryer’s Lint Trap, Screen And Vent
— How to clean a lint vent using the LintEater
Yard & Garage:
— How To Test And Maintain Your Car’s Tire Pressure
— Water efficiency for the irrigation systems
