With the chill of winter causing us to seal up the windows and turn up our heaters, it can really have an impact on indoor air quality. The best way to keep the air in your home clean throughout the cooler months is to g..Read More
Date published: Thu, 25 Dec 2008 09:50:36 PSTAfter a long, economically challenged year, many homeowners can look forward to one bright spot on the New Year horizon: the expectation of a tax refund to help fund much-needed home fix-ups. It's hard not to want a fash..Read More
Date published: Fri, 05 Dec 2008 09:33:27 PSTMore and more Americans today are looking at their homes as a place of refuge in a stressful world of challenges and economic instability. Instead of going out to dinner or social events, they're cocooning with their fam..Read More
Date published: Thu, 27 Nov 2008 10:31:26 PSTWith cool weather on the way you may be wondering just how you'll manage to maintain your eco-friendly habits and stay warm at the same time. While your home, like most in America, will likely rely on fossil fuels for he..Read More
Date published: Fri, 24 Oct 2008 10:36:46 PSTDIY. So last year. Now it's GIY. As in green-it-yourself. And just like DIY projects, there are plenty of easy GIY weekend home improvement projects that will save energy and money and add value to your home. Oh, and we ..Read More
Date published: Sat, 11 Oct 2008 11:42:02 PSTIt's that time of year again - the weather is getting a bit cooler as the fall and winter seasons begin. The dropping temperatures will inevitably affect energy costs, and as you look at ways to keep your energy bill dow..Read More
Date published: Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:40:46 PSTHome heating costs are expected to make double-digit leaps this winter, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Residential oil prices during the upcoming home heating season are expected to increase 31 percent over ..Read More
Date published: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 09:34:48 PSTIncreasing costs have become evident in every aspect of our lives. In addition to daily expenses like gas and groceries, home improvement costs are escalating across the nation as well. The cost of construction materials..Read More
Date published: Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:31:43 PSTTune in to your average home improvement show and you may get the idea that anyone can do demolition. Think again. Virtually every home remodeling project begins with demolition. Homeowners who do their own demo can sav ..Read More
Date published: Sun, 22 Jun 2008 11:00:51 PSTWith gas prices at all time highs, energy costs are on consumers' minds, and the last thing you want to do is spend more than you need to cool your home this summer. Maximize your energy savings by replacing your old roo..Read More
Date published: Sat, 17 May 2008 10:01:28 PSTThe day you've dreaded has finally arrived: your household is bursting at the seams. You need more space, but you're not keen on the idea of entering the real estate market right now. And eco-conscious consumer that you ..Read More
Date published: Fri, 16 May 2008 11:21:41 PSTWe've all heard the saying, 'What a difference a day makes.' Today could be your opportunity to make a difference by reducing your home's impact on the environment. Surprisingly, one of the most beneficial ways is to use..Read More
Date published: Fri, 25 Apr 2008 17:34:25 PSTAccording to the EPA, the average house contributes twice as much to global warming as the average car. With hot summer weather just around the corner, now is the time to give your home a 'check-up.' Here are seven tips ..Read More
Date published: Tue, 15 Apr 2008 17:34:25 PST(ARA) - Renovating your home can meet your family's changing needs, not to mention increase the value of your property. But whether you're considering remodeling a bathroom or adding an entire second story to your home, ..Read More
Date published: Fri, 11 Apr 2008 17:34:25 PST1. Think of the project as a new diet. Who doesn’t want to lose at least five pounds? This is one way to do it. Between running to stores all day and evening long, meeting with contractors, inspecting the work, searching..Read More
Date published: Wed, 26 Mar 2008 17:34:25 PST(ARA) - If you're looking for an easy home improvement project to tackle during your upcoming holiday break, why not choose one that pays you back? Adding insulation in your attic not only helps reduce your heating and c..Read More
Date published: Sat, 02 Feb 2008 17:34:25 PST(ARA) - The cold and snow have arrived, which means it's a great time to make sure your home has enough insulation in the attic. If you can see the wood beams of the attic floor, it's probably under-insulated. What you f..Read More
Date published: Wed, 30 Jan 2008 17:34:25 PST(ARA) - Homeowners everywhere are giving inefficient windows and doors the cold shoulder this year. According to a recent study commissioned by JELD-WEN, a leading manufacturer of windows and doors, nearly 26 percent of ..Read More
Date published: Sat, 22 Dec 2007 17:34:31 PST(ARA) - Ever wonder where your hard earned money is going? Take a look around your home at the windows and doors. It may be time to consider replacing leaky windows or gaping doors to take advantage of energy efficient s..Read More
Date published: Mon, 17 Dec 2007 17:34:31 PST(ARA) - Selecting a heating and air conditioning system that meets your family's needs can be tricky. It's not always easy to know where to begin or what questions to ask when shopping for a system that'll keep you and y..Read More
Date published: Thu, 06 Dec 2007 17:34:36 PSTAs North American households face heating bills averaging at least 30 % higher than last year; the connection between household energy use and energy prices is evident to everyone...Read More
Date published: Mon, 26 Nov 2007 17:34:36 PST