Poll(ARA) - Your home may be your castle, but the average household can be responsible for nearly twice the greenhouse gas emissions as the average car, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Since the leading source of greenhouse gas emissions is energy production, it makes sense to ensure that your home is as energy efficient as possible. More ... (ARA) - Older Americans who add more natural light to their living quarters when they move or remodel benefit from improved vision and mood in a safer environment. And daylighting, which utilizes no energy and carries no ongoing costs, is another benefit to the pocketbook. More ... October marks the start of Florida's dry season. Autumn is on its way and cooler, dryer weather is just around the corner. Because of the nice weather, October is one of the busiest and best times to work in the garden or landscape. More ... (ARA) - With cooler nights and shorter days, it's time to get on that fall home maintenance plan now. Winter is on the way, bringing falling temperatures and wet conditions that create a host of small problems that can add up to big costs by spring. Even seasoned homeowners may overlook some small but significant steps that can help ward off major home repairs. More ... |
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