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The pandemic is changing the way homeowners interact with home service professionals. But there’s no reason to put home improvement projects on hold—and if it’s an emergency repair, you have no choice but to bring a pro into your home. The good news is that many of the best practices and protocols that have been …
If you’re struggling with increased coughing, wheezing, or runny noses, increases in time spent indoors may be the cause. Get tips to breath easier from one of the nation’s leading air quality experts.
For the health, safety and cleanliness of your family, it’s important to actually wash your washing machine, and clean your dryer! Here’s how.
Homeowners are taking steps to live greener lives and make their homes more environmentally friendly. Zero-carbon homes are a way to achieve just that.
Imagine having fresh vegetables all year – it’s cheaper, healthier, and fresher than buying them at the grocery store. While this sounds ideal, most of us who live in a 4-season climate don’t have the option to grow vegetables in our gardens during the chillier months. Building or buying a backyard greenhouse can solve that …
Home renovation has become an activity that many homeowners are tackling in one way or another. With television shows and …
Throwing away food is something that nobody intends to do, but the reality is that many people waste food quite often. According …
Do you appreciate hardwood that has unique, even “one of a kind” qualities? Do you want to contribute to a …
Learn the recipes for several natural cleaning products including copper polish, glass cleaner, sink and toilet bowl cleaner, …
If your home suffers from drippy, wet condensation on the inside of windows during cold weather, you’ve probably noticed it can …
Whether you’re planning a kitchen overhaul or a partial redesign, it’s not hard to create an eco-friendly kitchen for healthier …
Easy ways to avoid lead paint poisoning by replacing old windows and become more energy efficient, here are few steps to …
Finding mold in your home can be pretty scary. But while many molds are generally harmless, some can contain mycotoxins …
What rating should indoor air filters have? Many intake filters don’t list the MERV rating.
Improving indoor air quality through green home remodeling should start with a homeowner choosing low- and no-VOC products that …
Using white vinegar for common household tasks can save you around $100 per year. How? Well, white vinegar can replace many of …
Many people plant just enough in the garden to eat fresh all summer and into fall but what if you want to do more? Maybe you …
Have you heard chickens clucking contentedly in your neighborhood? How about a hen proudly announcing her egg? These sounds are …
Your garden is probably up and growing by now but instead of seeing a healthy garden is it looking a little sad? In the spring, …
An aromatherapy humidifier can be a great addition to your home for a wide array of different reasons. However, before you can …
As the saying goes, when life gives you lemons – make lemonade. But did you know with a lemon garden, you can make …
With these effective allergy-relief tips, you will most certainly breathe a lot easier through the entire allergy season. Here …
When older homes were constructed, they had lots and lots of natural ventilation, also known as drafts. Older homes provided as …
Is your home plagued by hard water? If so, you’re in very good company. In fact, about 80% of the homes in America …
There are few things more disgusting than having to clean up a house or apartment that been saturated to the core with cigarette …
Whole-home air cleaners permanently trap the airborne contaminants that can aggravate health and trigger allergy and asthma …
Find out Water that comes from you tap is safe? is it Drinking water may contain contaminants such as lead and arsenic, and …
For parents who aspire to protect the planet and its precious resources, there is no better way to do so than through green …
Learn how to control dust and reduce the possibility of Infiltration as ventilation air in home during remodeling projects and …
