Did you know that the price of an average home in the United States is roughly $200,000? At the same time, building your own house from scratch can cost between $165,000 and $475,000, depending on various factors. This begs the question of what is more cost-effective – building vs buying a home? There are many…
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Eco-friendly roofing is ideal for many reasons. The roofing materials last longer than the traditional asphalt shingles and they don’t need to be replaced or repaired as often. You are also helping the environment whenever you go green. Modern technology has made it possible to use a variety of different materials to create sustainable roofs.…
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Are you already thinking about the scorching temperatures of summer? How about the super high utility bills if you want to keep your house at a reasonable temperature? Learning how to keep your house cool in the summer without jacking up your utility bill makes all the difference. Continue reading this article to learn how…
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Did you know that a general oven can cost you $5.85 per month, based on one hour of mixed-use a day? Ovens are the fourth most expensive appliance in your home, after water heaters, central heating and cooling systems, and washing machines and dryers. If you want to save money and do your bit to…
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Going digital is a must for eco-friendly businesses. It’s the best way to cut down on unnecessary paper waste. Everything from invoices to purchase orders can be processed digitally. The same approach applies to your payroll protocol. However, many businesses, even eco-friendly ones, still follow traditional payroll methods. These conventional practices waste a considerable amount…
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It is expected that by 2021 over 60% of new building projects will be striving for green building. Now, this doesn’t mean that the building will be green in color. ‘Green’ means that the materials and processes used in the building are sourced using less wasteful techniques, or the building was designed using features that…
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While we all enjoy a dip in the pool, unheated water during the chilly season stops us cold. Of course, this isn’t a problem if your pool is equipped with a heater or heat pump. However, if you’re trying to go green, swimming in a heated pool is a guilty pleasure. With traditional pool heaters,…
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The eco-friendly packaging industry hit an estimated $152 billion in 2016. It may seem impossible that eco-friendly packaging made so much money, but the numbers don’t lie; consumers are more than ever devoted to eco-friendly products, including shipping materials. You may think that there is not much that goes into how to ship a package. Package…
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In the United States, heating your home accounts for around 42% of your utility bill. There are several different sources of energy to heat your home, which can make it difficult to know which is best for you. Natural gas and electrical heating systems tend to be the most popular, but they aren’t the most…
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Your yard looks alright, but it’s missing something. Right now, it’s just average. You want it to be spectacular. You’ve come to the right place. Below, we’re going to provide you with nine tips for yard maintenance. Once you’re through with these, you’ll have the best-looking yard on the block! 1. Update Your Mailbox You…
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It’s every business owner’s worst nightmare: an overflowing drain that floods carpeting, furniture, and other fixtures with dirty wastewater. Not only are you wasting water, but your next high water bill will be paired with costly plumbing repairs and water restoration! When you take the time to prevent clogs and leaks in advance, you save…
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Having chickens can be an excellent and productive relationship, but do you know how to clean a chicken coop properly? Depending on how your enclosure is designed (check out these awesome layouts at Organicchickenfeed.com), it can be daunting trying to figure out how to clean each of the living areas in the coop. If you…
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The pandemic has come with a lot more repercussions than meets the eye. For example, vehicle break-ins have spiked all across the country these past few months. Being the victim of a car break-in can be scary, as well as a big inconvenience to your daily plans. However, there are specific steps you can take…
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Did you know that a whopping 91% of plastic isn’t recycled? This shocking statistic shines a spotlight on the plastic war that the world is currently fighting. Have you joined the battle against plastic? To start, you MUST recycle! If your family doesn’t think twice about throwing away soda bottles, food waste, wrappers, and jars…
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How environmentally friendly is your HVAC? Though air conditioning is not very eco-friendly, the more advanced HVAC systems are, the more efficiently they run. Still, as of 2018, 12 percent of US home energy consumption comes from air conditioning. Therefore, it’s important to try to reduce the carbon footprint of your new HVAC system. Check…
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All around us, climate change is having a marked effect on the planet. Scientists recently announced that the oceans are hotter than ever before, while wildfires like those in Australia are expected to become commonplace. Everyone needs to make a difference. There are 100 companies that contribute 71 percent of the world’s emissions. While these…
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Do you often go to sustainable restaurants? Perhaps you don’t even realize it when you do. These restaurants are like any others in most ways, except that they go to great lengths to preserve the natural environment while conducting their business. “Sustainability focuses on meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of…
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