Vegetated Roofs and Walls Do More than Please the Eye
May 8th, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
There’s nothing more pleasing than driving through an established neighborhood and taking in the architectural scenery and the manicured lush [&hellip
Browsing the "Eco Friendly Home Maintenance" Category
How to Find an Eco-Friendly Water Heater
March 31st, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
You may not realize it but water heating is probably one of the largest domestic energy expenses on your utility [&hellip
Tip: Convert Your Existing Toilet into a Dual-Flush System
March 27th, 2009 | by Stephanie Evans
If you are concerned about how much water you might be wasting in in your toilet, then you need to [&hellip
Responsibly Managing Waste on Boating Trips
March 13th, 2009 | by Stephanie Evans
Imagine crystal blue waters glinting off the bow, a soft breeze rustling the sails above your head, the sun warming [&hellip
GTR: Improving Home Heating, Cooling, and Energy Savings with Eclipse Curtains
March 1st, 2009 | by Guest Contributor
GreenTalk Radio host Sean Daily talks home winter heating and summer cooling efficiency tips with Budd Goldman, President of Ellery [&hellip
Need Some Color Therapy in Your Home?
February 17th, 2009 | by Stephanie Evans
Are you in need of some color therapy? Well guess what, a touch of color to your home can works [&hellip
The Tankless Water Heater for Long-Term Savings
January 26th, 2009 | by Stephanie Evans
Just as a calm, warm shower can cleanse the body, a green way of doing it can soothe the soul. [&hellip
Plumbing Products that Preserve Water, Energy, and Funds
December 19th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
We all like to save money. If we can save money while benefiting the environment, then all the better! Plumbing [&hellip
Keep Warm with Green Home Heating
November 7th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
The energy market is extremely volatile, hence you never know what to expect with fuel oil and natural gas prices [&hellip
Green Insulation Leads to Safety and Savings
October 20th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
While it isn’t difficult to plan a green building from scratch, many eco-conscious individuals who have a desire to convert [&hellip
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Efficiency Resources
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 RecipesBathroom 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 ConservationHVAC 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 LintEaterYard & Garage:
— How To Test And Maintain Your Car’s Tire Pressure
— Water efficiency for the irrigation systems