by Dara Childs | Jan 26, 2012 | Healthy Home, Sustainability
Geothermal Heat is Safer Than Traditional Methods Geothermal heating systems use the earth’s natural heat, which is usually found at roughly 15 feet underground, to keep the temperature of a home at a certain level, year-round. Traditional methods include wood and... by Dara Childs | Dec 21, 2011 | Energy and Sustainability, Healthy Home
You wouldn’t dream of not insulating the exterior walls of your home. You want to conserve as much energy as possible, and have your home as comfortable as you can. After all, it is your sanctuary from the world. Make certain your exterior walls are insulated well.... by Dara Childs | Dec 19, 2011 | Sustainability
Aggregate siding is typically used on green homes for its sustainability, durability, and attractiveness. Aggregate siding is backed with insulation to help seal warm or cool air in, dust out, and provide superior soundproofing from the outside world. Aggregate siding... by Dara Childs | Dec 1, 2011 | Sustainability, Water Conservation
We’ve spoken before about skipping the lawn when you build a green home here at Solutions4Living.com. That does not mean that landscaping is unimportant. Modern green homes do have landscaping. Rather than using sod or grass around the house that must be mowed and... by Dara Childs | Nov 28, 2011 | Sustainability
The US Department of Agriculture has recently released a report showing the goodness and sustainability of certified green wood building materials from America’s Working Forests. Working Forests provide jobs and a stable economy in rural America, absorb carbon...
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