Guest Blogger #790, Entry #1875, November 28, 2012 In the UK the Surviving Winter campaign is running for the second year in a row to help older people who struggle with energy bills during the coldest season of the year. The Centre for Sustainable Energy has also taken steps to help more than 1,500 people…
Entry #1848, November 20, 2012 When it’s getting cold outside, your concern is to keep your home warm inside. This is to maintain a comfortable temperature for the whole family. It is also important to take into considerations some of the simple things that often overlooked but are essential in the keeping your home warm…
Guest Blogger #756, Entry #1769, October 30, 2012 Winter weather in colder climes can make for a lot of energy usage in the home, what with the furnace running non-stop, the water heater working overtime to fill the tub, and everyone using space heaters and electric blankets to stay warm and cozy at night. It’s…
Guest Blogger #696, Entry #1638, September 24, 2012 Insulating your home is one of those must do items that is necessary but often thought about too late. When turning your own dwelling from a house to a home, insulation is one of the many modern developments you should look into. Consider these 5 great reasons…
Guest Blogger #686, Entry #1621, September 20, 2012 When you are in a temporary place in your life – an apartment, or rental home that you don’t plan to stay in for more than a year ̶ why spend money buying furniture that you will have to pay to move or won’t fit in your…
Guest Blogger #664, Entry #1577, September 9, 2012 When it comes to certain parts of your home, do it yourself or DIY projects are easy to handle. While when it comes to repairs of important functioning parts of your home such as doors and windows, the answer may not be as easy. How handy are…
Guest Blogger #646, Entry #1539, August 31, 2012 Apartments use 65% less energy than single family homes! Apartment living is a lifestyle that can be greener than you might imagine. Higher density means less consumption. Because you have other dwellings on either side of you, above and below, it costs less to heat and costs…
Guest Blogger #616, Entry #1465, August 14, 2012 In these austere times, it’s becoming more evident than ever before that a person’s home is their castle. As people are forced to cut back on luxuries in order to cope with significant increases in the cost of living, many of us are spending more time in…
Entry #1461, August 13, 2012 This summer, does it feel hotter than previous summers or is it just me? With talks about global warming and climatic changes, you can easily attribute the extreme summer heat to these topics. The scorching heat makes you feel very uncomfortable and irritable. It will wipe out your concentration and…
Entry #1383, July 16, 2012 Whether you are moving into a fixer-upper home that needs renovating or you are upgrading your current home, upgrades are a necessary part of homeownership. Even though you may not be able to afford the renovations you want, finding a happy medium in price and affordability can be easier than…
Guest Blogger #558, Entry #1266, June 9, 2012 Happy DIY Saturday! The weather is getting warmer and keeping a cool home will be more of a challenge as the summer goes on. Today we look at some effective solutions for cooling your home this summer. Watch a few videos that will help you weatherize your…
Entry #1186, May 18, 2012 Our kitchen is the heart of our home. It is where we prepare a feast to pump-up our daily meal gathering. It is also where most homeowners spend more time out of their day than any other room! The kitchen plays a vital role in our daily routine – a…