Most people have young kids who always bring that skyrocketing monthly electric bill, and parents must teach their kids about ways to reduce energy consumption at home. There are various lessons you can teach your kids on conserving energy and help your family become energy efficient. Here are a few lessons you can begin with: Sources of Energy We often use electricity to run various appliances and home devices that either come from natural sources or man-made sources. Your kid … [Read more...]
Home Energy: These Small Changes Can Make A Huge Difference
The most important asset for conserving energy and lowering your home energy costs is your mindset. Small changes add up over time. The efficiency and carbon footprint of your home can be described as the health of your home. It will improve noticeably over time in the same way your health improves over time with improved nutrition. It all starts with the �low hanging fruit�. Start With Lighting: Some of the small ways to save energy have become quite popular, like swapping out light bulb … [Read more...]
10 Low-Cost Ways to Save Money at Home
Owning your own home is expensive, and we're not just talking about taxes, insurance and mortgage payments. Home maintenance and repair is perhaps the biggest hidden cost of homeownership. Utilities, yard care, renovations and other costs can also eat into a budget. But if you're one of the 63 percent of millennial homeowners experiencing buyer's remorse due to hidden costs, here are some ways you can slash them � with easy, low-cost, regular maintenance chores you can do yourself. Flush You … [Read more...]
