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Washing machines can cost hundreds and even thousands of dollars a year to run depending on your washing machine type, whether or not you use

Winter is the season of sledding, snow angels, snowmen, and little snowflakes that cling to knitted things. Unfortunately, it’s also the season of slippery sidewalks,

Are your closets driving you crazy? Staying organized saves time and frustration, but did you think about how it could also help the environment. By knowing what

Have you ever noticed how many chemicals are in your toothpaste? Before big toothpaste manufacturing existed, people used baking soda and salt to cleanse their

The snow is melting, the ground is thawing, and the birds are singing with gusto—Spring is finally here! It is time to get into spring

Thinking about building your own “Earthship,” or since the Earthship is a trademarked product, I should say your own passive solar home  made out of tires?!1 What you want

Eating outside over an open flame, together—it is a simple pleasure that humans have shared for millennia. As the evenings grow longer and warmer, many

Air conditioners (ACs) are energy suckers. They use 16% of total home energy in the United States. In warm areas, AC units can account for

Whether you live with your family, best friends, acquaintances, or people from the classifieds, roommates can be difficult to get along with from time to

Chemically infused cleaning products have an undeserved reputation of immaculate cleanliness. The truth is these products that are intended to rid our homes of germs,

It may be a surprise that a widely used substance such as paint, whether it be for interior or exterior use, can pose a threat

No matter what the season, it’s always a good time to insulate your home. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, most homes are not

You may not have heard of them before, but tankless water heaters are the most common type of water heater in Europe and Asia.1 By contrast,

If you’ve got a manual thermostat, it’s the time to switch to a programmable thermostat. This simple technology can make a huge impact in your

Benefits of fixing a leaky faucet:Why bother fixing your leaky faucet? Here’s why it’s worth it! Good for your wallet: A leaky faucet that loses one

Why Take Time for Heating Filter Maintenance? Heating filters function to keep both the air emitted and your heater’s components clean. If the filter is

From cell phones to batteries to light bulbs, 21st century Americans have a considerable amount of hazardous waste to deal with in their homes. Unfortunately,

Furniture is one of the biggest and bulkiest products that we buy in our lifetime. Fortunately, when you buy eco-friendly furniture, you are doing something

In general, water heating accounts for 13% of your home utility bill.1 Most homes maintain their hot water heaters at a pre-set temperature of 140 degrees

Smell is one of the most powerful components of memory making. For many of us, the smell of campfire reminds us of summertime, while the