Tag Archives: Energy Efficient Home

Bright Lights: How to illume your home.

Living is sunny Palm Springs, California offers lighting most days of the year, but many of our “snowbirds” live elsewhere, and may need some good lighting tips. Following is some lighting information I hope will prove helpful. Lighting falls into … Continue reading

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CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING ALERT!

I received this notice from Linda Garrett with Property ID, an Independent Company who provides many of our clients with Disclosures regarding property matters.This Bill affects Homeowners in California. Senate Bill 183 Lowenthal (SB183) created the Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention … Continue reading

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HOMEOWNERS CALL FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY UPGRADES

“It’s no surprise with rising energy prices and other costs draining the piggy bank that homeowners want to maximize home performance with green remodeling options,” said NAHB Remodelers Chairman Lonny Rutherford, CGR, CAPS, CGP, a professional remodeler from Farmington, N. … Continue reading

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WHAT IS BUILDING SAFETY MONTH?

 In 1980, Building Safety Month was formed in response to a series of tragedies that could have been prevented through the existence and enforcement of safety codes. Because of these tragedies, each May we now celebrate Building Safety Month. Most … Continue reading

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ENERGY EFFICIENT BUILDING

‘Energy efficient’ means that a building has special features and equipment designed to reduce energy usage and energy costs. These features may Include extra insulation, weatherproofing, a heat pump, and newer mechanicals, like a furnace, water heater, and/or windows with … Continue reading

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HOMEOWNER TIP: REFRIGERATOR

The refrigerator is the second greatest user of energy in any home. Some adjustments in how you use this essential appliance can make a real difference in your utility bills. Thermostat settings should be reviewed. Start by putting a thermometer … Continue reading

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Don’t Over-Do

Fixer-uppers with upside potential were in high demand when the market was appreciating at a fast pace. Once depreciation took over, speculators disappeared until 2009, when low-end foreclosure properties in some areas became hot properties — particularly if they were … Continue reading

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CABINETS

Are you looking to update your cabinets?  Below are a few tips and knowledge regarding cabinets and what will be right for you. Cabinets are usually thought of as part of the kitchen or bathrooms. Cabinets can be found in … Continue reading

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DAMAGING MOISTURE

Termites are usually the first thing homeowners think of when it comes to damage. But an equal villain on the home front is moisture. Other than insects, moisture is the number one enemy of your home. Left unchecked, it can … Continue reading

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A BIGGER HOUSE

Do you look around your home and wish it had more room? You could add on or move to a larger house. But are you making the most of what you already have? Is there an attic, garage or room … Continue reading

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