Month: May 2015
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Radon Home Test: The Silent Killer Revealed
Facts Every Homeowner Needs to Know About Let’s seriously talk about getting a radon home test immediately if you haven’t. Radon gas often escapes attention in the news. You cannot see, taste, or smell it. However, it exists almost everywhere. It seeps up from the ground. This gas often hides in many homes. Every year,…
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Tile or Porcelain: Which is OK to Use?
Recently a reader and owner of a tile and porcelain business asked me whether or not their products are eco-friendly, expressing concerns about the environmental impact of manufacturing processes and the materials used. They were particularly interested in understanding how their offerings compared to more sustainable alternatives available in the market. This inquiry led us…
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Green Government Efforts for a Sustainable Future
Great Green Projects: Making Nice with Mother Earth Going green is a worldwide project that transcends borders and unites individuals from diverse backgrounds in a common goal. These efforts are comprised of dedicated people who work meticulously at businesses and government agencies. They aim to create sustainable practices that benefit both the environment and society.…
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HVAC Systems: What Homeowners Must Know
HVAC Systems: What Consumers Should Know About Warranties Let’s talk HVAC Systems. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are between 2.5 million and 3 million residential furnaces and air conditioning units that fail every year. HVAC systems, as a whole, can include these units and more. Some of the systems have functioned perfectly for…
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Levitz Now Loves It at Levitz With Green Lighting!!
The “Sunshine Factory” has gotten a little bit brighter and greener thanks to the addition of over 5,000 MSi iPAR LED lighting fixtures. Tucson, Arizona based furniture retailer Sam Levitz recently replaced all of the halogen spotlights in four of its five locations with super efficient MSi LED lighting. All of the showroom’s 90-watt halogen…
