February 5th marks the Chinese New Year, this year celebrating the Year of the Pig and saying goodbye to the Year of the Dog. While Chinese tradition describes this zodiac animal as blessed with good fortune, they are also known for not being wasteful spenders. Here are five ways you can honor the Year of the […]
Read MoreIf you are looking to save money on your electric bill, you could be in hot water. Quite literally, your cost savings could be found in the type of hot water heater you have in your home. If you have a family, take multiple showers daily, not to mention doing loads of laundry, well, your […]
Read MoreIf your high water bill has got you boiling over, there could be some simple steps you can take to simmer down. On average, each person in the U.S. uses about 80-100 gallons of water per day, according to the United States Geological Survey. If your average daily consumption seems out of the norm, it […]
Read MoreWater is everywhere, right? You use water when you turn on the faucet to wash your hands, to use the restroom, wash your clothes, and of course, you drink it. Water seems like an abundant, never-ending supply, right? Unfortunately, that’s not true. In fact, is pretty far from the truth. Water is a limited resource, and […]
Read MoreLately, you might have heard about a concept called “rainwater harvesting.” It is the practice of collecting and storing rainwater in containers for the purpose of using it for different purposes in the home. With the advent of indoor plumbing, this practice has faded away in most places, except for those areas that are remote […]
Read MoreWater is essential to life, so it is important to make sure we use it wisely and avoid producing contaminating runoff to keep our water plentiful and clean.
Read MoreSummer is almost everyone’s favorite season, and for good reason. People go on vacation, kids are home from school, and there’s something to do every weekend. Everyone can’t help but feel good from all the vitamin D they’re soaking up. Among all the other things that happen during the summer, there are also changes to […]
Read MoreWhile it’s an unfortunate truth to accept, toilets don’t last forever. Whether it’s because of time, use, or catastrophe, sometimes they need to be replaced. Unless your toilet literally explodes (don’t worry, it doesn’t happen often), it’s hard to tell when it’s time for a new one. We’ve gathered the five most obvious signs that […]
Read MoreWe know you’re a responsible homeowner. You do your best to stay on top of every day maintenance. You know the best practices for drain care. You keep an eye on your monthly water bill. You pay close enough attention to notice when it’s suddenly started rising, and you care enough to look into what […]
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