Three Reasons To Use Blinds In Your Home

Posted on 30 July 2015

Privacy, right? The only reason to install blinds on your windows so that you don't have—or constantly feel like you have—neighbors watching your every move. Not so fast. While it is true that blinds will wall you off from the outside world, they can do way more than add a little privacy to your home.  Energy Efficiency Windows are a gaping hole in your home's insulation blanket. During the summer, the sun's UV rays can stream right through your windows and cause your home to heat up, which in turn makes your AC unit run much harder than it should. [Read More]

3 Advantages To Emergency Lighting Systems

Posted on 8 July 2015

Emergency lighting is a necessity in your building if you want to be protected during weather events, electrical failure, fires and other sorts of emergencies that can happen inside your building. With this in mind, you should consider the benefits of this lighting, outlined below. By enjoying these benefits, you will have the opportunity to take inventory of your business and reach out to an emergency lighting professional who can provide you with an installation. [Read More]

Stop Washing Your Dishes By Hand!

Posted on 18 June 2015

Despite what your mother may have told you, taking the easy way out when it comes to the after-dinner dishes is the right choice. Evidence now shows that using a dishwasher is the healthy and ecologically-friendly thing to do. Even rinsing the dishes before you put them in the dishwasher is a bad idea.  Energy Efficient Because today's dishwashers are so energy efficient, you are not able to save water by hand washing your pots, pans, and plates. [Read More]

Landscaping Ideas To Support Water Conservation

Posted on 29 May 2015

The necessity for active water conservation is now a reality. In California, legislature has been passed that places the responsibilities of water conservation squarely on the shoulders of residents and businesses. As water shortages continue to develop across the country, you can be proactive in preparing your home landscape to support water conservation. Begin with small changes. As you reconcile yourself with the fact that grass is no longer a luxury that water shortage areas can afford, you'll want to replace your lawn with something else. [Read More]

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Taking the Confusion Out of Carpeting

As a new homeowner, I was faced with the challenge of choosing the perfect carpeting for my 2-story house. It had to be durable enough to withstand the constant traffic of my three kids, two dogs and four cats. I've learned that highly dense carpet would remain more "plush" under constant use, so I looked for a high fiber count. Although I preferred the luxury of wool carpeting, the price wasn't in my budget. A more affordable option was polyester carpeting, which stands up well and is less expensive. For my finished basement, I chose looped Berber carpet. Basements are prone to dampness, and Berber hides water stains well. One final tip to share on my blog: If your furnishings are solid colored, opt for a patterned or textured carpet. Have fun furnishing your floors!

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