GREEN TIPS FOR HOMEOWNERS - Energy Saving Tips for the Homeowner One of the most obvious areas where a homeowner can go "green" is in the use of energy in the home. The biggest energy hogs are heating, air conditioning, electrical appliances, lighting, and water usage. Here are some practical tips for saving energy ...
Posted by Sara Kareer
on August 18, 2009
GREEN TIPS FOR HOMEOWNERS -Eliminate Dandelions The Natural Way
Now that chemical poisons are being outlawed in many parts of North America many homeowners have become involved in the quest for the ultimate "green" dandelion eliminator.
Here are some GREEN TIPS...
1. Mow the plants before they go to seed - If you can cut off the dandelion heads before they go to seed you will have at least ...
Posted by Sara Kareer
on August 4, 2009
We spend lots of time, energy and money making our lawns beautiful and user-friendly.
Here are some tips for making them environmentally friendly as well. 1. Mulch Your Grass Clippings when possible - Grass clippings contain valuable nutrients taken right out of your soil. So isn't it odd that we gather our grass clippings in bags and ship them off to a land fill somewhere on the other side of ...
Posted by Sara Kareer
on July 6, 2009
Over the next little while, I'll be providing homeowners with tips on how to go "green". Here is the first of many to come! Starting a Compost Pile: Having a compost pile keeps organic yard and household waste out of your local landfill. It also creates a rich "natural" mulch for your flowerbeds and vegetable garden.
Here is how to create your own compost pile: 1. Create a pile ...
Posted by Sara Kareer
on June 25, 2009