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It’s Not Easy Being Green — or Is It?
There are still people who are a little hesitant to “go green”. Mostly due to the belief that going green is a difficult undertaking requiring great skill and in-depth knowledge. The Mean Green List wants you to know that pursuing … Continue reading
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Color Me Green
Painting is one of the quickest and most popular DIY projects in America. Not only will it appreciate the value of your home but your choice of paint products can have a significant impact on your health as well. With … Continue reading
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LEED Certified = $35,000 in California
The average home price in California is $400,000. Last year LEED Certified (designation by the U.S. Green Building Council for “green”) homes sold for on average of $35,000 more than non LEED certified homes
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When Color Is a Problem
Man has been compelled to express himself with color since cave paintings were all the rage. Unfortunately for early man’s inspired Picassos, there was a limited selection of viable long-lasting pigments available to them. The pigment of choice was chemical … Continue reading
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Excellent Video. Excellent Landscaping Company.
Take a look landscapers, Cut-Rite has it right. watch?v=6prAQm4eI7k
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Homeowner Tax Credits – Quick Guide.
Tax credits are available at 30% of the cost, up to $1,500 this year, 2010, for existing homes only as it relates to the following: – Windows and Doors – Insulation – Roofs (Metal and Asphalt) – HVAC (Heating, Ventilating, … Continue reading
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A Different Kind of Green Hardwood Floor. Well, Blue, Actually.
When you think of green flooring options you tend to think about recycled and repurposed wood, or highly renewable materials like Bamboo. But if you live near the Rocky Mountains you may have heard about something called Beetle Kill Pine, also known as Blue Stain Beetle Kill Pine. Continue reading
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Bulid your own solar panels using new or used solar cells
A solar cell, in itself, is of little value in our energy consumptive world, but when you combine many cells and hook them all together into a full panel you can realize a great deal of energy. Indeed, many homeowners have managed to run their whole house on solar power. Most households use between 500 to 1000 kwh per month. One solar panel produces about 100 to 150 kw of power. Continue reading
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What is a hybrid water heater?
We have water tanks, we have tankless water heaters, but what is a hybrid water heater? A company called “Eternal†has a Condensing Hybrid water heater which is a revamp of its original Eternal Hybrid system. What you end up with is a water heater that enjoys the benefits of a tankless but with fewer drawbacks. Continue reading
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More efficient than a Tankless?
A plumber recommended the Phoenix modulating condensing water tank to me the other day as an alternative to a tankless. His experience with them is good, and recommends them to anyone looking for a more efficient water heating system. Continue reading
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