Author: brookechaplan

If you have a strong desire to upgrade your home on your own, you are not alone. There may be value associated with doing the labor on some projects yourself, and some homeowners love putting their own energy into home …

From Guest Blogger Brooke Chaplan: Responsibly Sourced–Three Green Home Improvements to Hire Out For Read More »

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Most people experience some type of pest infestation at some point in their lives. Whether it is seasonal ants or entrenched bedbugs, insects can be hard to repel or eliminate. (Photo by Jared Belson)

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In recent years, Fortune 500 companies have been actively exploring ways to make their business operations more sustainable and environmentally friendly.

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Is your HVAC system making you sweat in the summer and shiver in the winter? If so, it’s time to upgrade your system. You don’t want just a new HVAC system. You want a better one. Here are four reasons …

From Guest Blogger Brooke Chaplan: Four Reasons to Get an Energy-Efficient HVAC System Read More »

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Installing solar panels in your home can be a tricky process. Not to mention the fact that there aren’t a whole lot of people out there with experience on the topic since these panels are a relatively new phenomenon. Before …

From Guest Blogger Brooke Chaplan: Five Often-Overlooked Details of Converting a Home to Solar Power Read More »

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Today, thousands of tons of garbage heads to landfills across the country every week. While some garbage is an inevitable part of life, many people do not realize the effect they could have on the amount of waste in the …

From Guest Blogger Brooke Chaplan: How to Reduce Unneeded Landfill Waste by Going Green Read More »

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Your energy bill is probably one of your largest monthly expenses. That is why you should be doing everything in your power to reduce your energy consumption.

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Saving energy around the house is an increasingly common goal. Through energy conservation efforts, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing that your home is greener. You can also save some green through lower utility bills on a regular basis. …

From Guest Blogger Brooke Chaplan: Four Steps to an Energy Efficient Home Read More »

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Renovating any living space can be a joy. It’s often only a joy, though, if you know that you’re doing everything in your power to keep the environment clean and intact. If you’re planning an upcoming renovation effort, these eco-friendly …

From Guest Blogger Brooke Chaplan: How to Make Renovations Greener and Cleaner Read More »

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Solar power is a big phenomenon all over the world nowadays. People are rapidly starting to realize all of the benefits solar power energy brings to the table. Solar power is a strong renewable energy option. It can minimize your …

From Guest Blogger Brooke Chaplan: How to Optimize Your Solar Power Energy Conversion Read More »

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