1994 was the year that federally mandated low-flow showerheads, faucets, and toilets started to appear on the scene in significant numbers. On average, 10 gallons per day of your water…
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Here are some steps consumers can take to help keep mosquitoes from breeding on their property. Destroy or dispose of tin cans, old tires, buckets, unused plastic swimming pools or other…
Every appliance comes with two price tags: what it costs to take it home and what it costs to operate and maintain it each month. ENERGY STAR qualified appliances incorporate…
Pick a Safe Grilling Area Place your grill on a flat, level surface so it won’t tip over. Keep it away from overhangs, fences, deck railings and shrubbery that could…
During extremely hot and humid weather, the body’s ability to cool itself is affected. When the body heats too rapidly to cool itself properly, or when too much fluid or…
By Mary Kay Woodworth, executive director, Georgia Urban Ag Council, www.georgialandscapepro.com Just as in a woodland forest, the best soil for shade-loving plants is a humus-rich, good-draining soil. In the woods,…
Daylighting is the use of windows and skylights to bring sunlight into your home. Today’s highly energy-efficient windows, as well as advances in lighting design, reduce the need for artificial…
The difference between a house and a home is the amount of TLC and effort that has gone into it. For this reason, many homeowners are reluctant to sell their…
One of the most important steps in painting is surface preparation and priming. Unfortunately it’s also the step that people often leave out or don’t do properly. Proper surface preparation…
Safety Tips Have your home heating systems (including chimneys and vents) inspected and serviced annually by a trained service technician. Never use portable generators inside homes or garages, even if…
The cost effectiveness of when to turn off lights depends on the type of bulb and the cost of electricity. The type of lightbulb you use is important for several…
Video: Planning to remodel a bathroom? Should you hire a contractor or DIY? Rick Goldstein of MOSAIC Group explains the pros and cons for both options. Via About.com.