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A Beginner's Guide to Painlessly Going Green
CENTURY 21 Select Group 1 year ago

You’ve heard the warnings about global warming, you feel compassion for stranded polar bears and you worry about overwhelming the landfills. As a homeowner, you may not be ready for composting, but there are ways to become an eco-friendlier household.

Ecologists provide simple but useful tips that even the laziest activist can use to do their part in helping the environment:

Cut down on water use. Turn off the tap while brushing your teeth. Drink tap water in reusable containers instead of plas...
Choosing Sustainable Building Materials
CENTURY 21 Select Group 3 years ago

As we focus more and more on the eco-friendliness and sustainability of our resources, it’s natural for homeowners to begin to look at the environmental impact of building materials when planning their next project.  Fortunately, there are a number of products on the market right now that are sustainable, eco-friendly, and even affordable!

Here is what you need to know when planning your home project!

What are sustainable building materials? There are many considerations when determining the su...
How to Save Electricity When You're Away
CENTURY 21 Select Group 4 years ago

When planning to leave your home for vacation, there's a lot to think about: finding someone to feed the cats, holding your mail at the post office, packing your bags, and more. But how about lowering your electric bills when you're out of town?  The following 5 tips courtesy of Duke Energy can help shave dollars off your bill. Keep in mind that savings will vary depending on the length of your trip, your home size, your home's insulation and your  heating system.

 

1. If you have a programm...
Trash vs. Recycle: Do You Know When to Trash it?
CENTURY 21 Select Group 4 years ago
Every day, the average American will throw away nearly five pounds of trash and waste. And while it’s no secret that recycling plays a crucial role in keeping these materials out of the landfill, recycling also helps make products more affordable for both manufacturers and shoppers, reduces overall energy use, and cuts down on the greenhouse gases that are released into the environment.  

 

But knowing the best way to dispose of something can be confusing. Should you trash it or r...
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