Winter is the ideal time to confront that revolving to-do list that comes along with homeownership. Consistent home maintenance or a good freshing up can not only make your home more comfortable, but even the smallest of improvements can add value to your home. 1. Want to save energy while cutting heating and cooling bills… Read More
Saving Energy
Video: Wasting Energy is Wasting Money, Tips to Save Both
No matter your region’s season of highest energy use, there are a few things including some routine home maintenance and repair, that everyone can do to cut energy costs in their home. Changing out filters regularly in heating and cooling systems is one of the simplest and least expensive steps you can take right now…. Read More
Video: Easy Energy Efficiency Hacks for Your Home
There are loads of simple, inexpensive ways to save money on energy bills. I think we’re all looking to save a little something around the house, whether it be energy or cash or both. There are tons of simple, inexpensive updates you can do yourself, that will greatly affect both. It might seem obvious, but… Read More
5 Ways to Curb Energy Costs
Our utility bills seem to rise and fall along with the thermometer. Certain steps and upgrades can help cut down on heating cooling costs and other seasonal home expenses. One minor task that has major impact is cleaning the HVAC filter, says Ameeta Jain, co-founder of Homeselfe. Regardless of the unit you own, cleaning the… Read More
New Study Suggests Strong Outlook for Green Homes
During the prolonged housing downturn, green homes provided support to the ailing residential market and now promise to be an important element of the recovering market as well, according to a new study conducted by Dodge Data & Analytics, in partnership with the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and with the support of Ply… Read More