[Energy Efficiency]
Drafty patio door?
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Read on for advice from national expert Jim Dulley.
Dear Jim: We have an old sliding patio door. It is chilly near it during winter and hot during summer. It is often drafty when sitting near it, and outdoor noise comes through. What type of door should I replace it with? - Ron A.
Dear Ron: The discomfort and inefficiency problems you describe are t...
[Energy Efficiency]
Eco-friendly dorm living
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Reduce your environmental impact while you’re away at school.
Back-to-school season is rapidly approaching. And if you’re a college student (or taking your child to school), chances are you’ll be moving into a dorm room—your home away from home for the next school year. So why not make the most of it by taking an environmentally conscious app...
[Energy Efficiency]
Maintain your water heater
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Keep this out-of-sight, out-of-mind appliance working at peak.
When is the last time you bonded with your water heater? Most of us never think of that steadfast appliance until it gives out on us, flooding rusty water over the floor or refusing to warm up our bath or shower.
Most standard hot water heaters last, on average, 10 years. (Note: For information ...
[Community Development]
Business promotes recycling in unique way
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Eco-friendly flower pots help the economy and recycle, too.
While Brett Ohm was working in the traffic control industry, he noticed that ground up tires were recycled into asphalt. “What a great idea!” he thought. When he checked into entering the grinding business, though, he found it took a huge investment. So, instead, he started a playground ...
[Commitment to the Community]
Wine and dine in Iowa
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Two Iowa businesses—Snus Hill Winery and Corn Crib Catering—feed off each other.
There’s only about a mile between them, and Snus Hill Winery and Corn Crib Catering near Madrid, Iowa, narrow the gap by playing off each other’s strengths. “It’s just fantastic,” says Kathy Albright, who, with her sister Sue Duvick operates the catering business. &ldqu...
[Energy Efficiency]
Online tool for comparing auto efficiency
Monday, July 28, 2008
Looking for fuel efficiency? This site can help.
With the price of gasoline, you may be looking to replace your vehicle with a more fuel-efficient model. However, it can be difficult to figure out the best options.
Using a government site, fueleconomy.gov, however, you can search for and compare vehicles on miles per gallon (city and highway), es...
[Home & Garden]
Good-for-you gardening
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Gardening doesn’t just enhance your property—it benefits your mental and physical health, too.
The next time you need exercise, look no farther than your garden. Whether you’re pruning shrubs, tending to your flower beds, digging up pesky weeds, or turning compost, yard work and gardening can provide a complete—and enjoyable—workout. So get your green thumb geared up and dig...
[Food & Nutrition]
Grill meats safely
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Chew on these tips for before, during, and after grilling.
Ah, summer. The sunny season means swimming, lazy days spent outdoors, and backyard barbecues—one of the best parts, because few things are as tasty as biting into a juicy grilled burger or plump chicken breast. Before you fire up the grill, though, read up on how to cook meat safely—the...
[Your Efficient, Comfortable, Safe Home]
Moldy problems
Sunday, August 01, 2010
To get rid of mold, get rid of moisture.
With all the rain and wet basements we've had this summer, it pays to take heed of possible mold problems. Use this primer to find out what to do to prevent mold growing.
Household mold has been linked to health problems, from asthma to neurological difficulties, and is unsightly and...
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