tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-66669065221405319952023-07-18T00:09:08.361-05:00New Horizon Realty, Inc. - Real Estate BlogEureka Springs real estate news, tips for buying & selling, and other helpful information.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6666906522140531995.post-75125678736341570372009-04-11T12:08:00.014-05:002009-04-15T11:53:39.689-05:0010 Ways to Become a GREEN Homeowner<span style="color:#000000;"><span style="color:#ccffff;">I</span><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">t i<span style="color:#ccffff;">s</span> up to each individual to do their part to help save our planet no matter </span><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">how</span><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)"> small an impact, if we all get on board we'll have a huge impact on energy efficiency.</span><br /><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">Its easier and less expensive to go green than most homeowners may think. Here are a few simple and cost effective tips you can </span><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">incorporate into</span><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)"> </span><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">everyday</span><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)"> living </span><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">for more</span><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)"> energy efficient living.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#ccffff;">1.</span> <span style="COLOR: rgb(51,204,0)">RECYCLE</span><span style="COLOR: rgb(51,204,0)"> </span><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">- It's free, reduces household consumption and increases energy efficiency.</span><br /><span style="color:#ccffff;">2.</span> <span style="COLOR: rgb(51,204,0)">SAVE WATER</span> <span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">- Install low-flow shower heads and faucets, cut down on shower time, and be aware of how much you let the faucet run during everyday tasks.</span><br /><span style="color:#ccffff;">3.</span> <span style="COLOR: rgb(51,204,0)">CONSERVE RAIN WATER</span> <span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">- Set up </span><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">barrels</span><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)"> in your backyard to collect water and use watering plants and shrubs. You can use this for</span><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)"> indoor plants too.</span><br /><span style="color:#ccffff;">4.</span> <span style="COLOR: rgb(51,204,0)">REDUCE ELECTRICITY</span> <span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">- Remember to turn off the light when you leave the room, unplug </span><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">electronics</span><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)"> and appliances when not in use.</span><br /><span style="color:#ccffff;">5.</span> <span style="COLOR: rgb(0,102,0)"><span style="COLOR: rgb(51,204,0)">REPLACE LIGHT BULBS</span> <span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">- </span></span><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)"><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">Change</span> </span><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">your current light bulbs to compact, </span><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">fluorescent</span><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)"> lighting. These bulbs use 30% less energy, produce the same amount of light and last longer.</span><br /><span style="color:#ccffff;">6.</span> <span style="color:#33cc00;">Drive Less</span><span style="COLOR: rgb(0,102,0)"> <span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">- </span></span><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">Walk when ever you can, share rides, plan <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">multi</span>-task trips; think about trading for a more fuel efficient vehicle.</span></span><br /><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="color:#ccffff;">7.</span> <span style="COLOR: rgb(0,102,0)"><span style="COLOR: rgb(51,204,0)"><span style="color:#33cc00;">D</span>OUBLE UP ON PRINTING</span> <span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">- </span></span><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">Configure your computer to print on both sides of the paper. This saves paper, trees and you running to the store for more supplies.</span><br /><span style="color:#ccffff;">8</span><span style="COLOR: rgb(0,102,0)"><span style="color:#ccffff;">.</span> <span style="COLOR: rgb(51,204,0)">ADJUST TEMPERATURES</span> </span><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">- Adjust your fridge temperature to 37 degrees F and your freezer to 0 degrees F; adjust you <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">thermostat</span> a few degrees lower or higher, according to the season; turn down the temperature on you electric water heater and make <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">sure</span> it is insulated as well.</span><br /><span style="color:#ccffff;">9.</span> <span style="COLOR: rgb(51,204,0)">SUPPORT LOCAL FARMS</span><span style="COLOR: rgb(0,0,0)"> <span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">- You will be cutting </span><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_13" style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">back</span><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)"> on gas and decreasing our </span><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_14" style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">dependence on oil with the trucks used to ship produce.</span></span><br /><span style="color:#ccffff;">10.</span> <span style="COLOR: rgb(0,102,0)"><span style="COLOR: rgb(51,204,0)">DRY CLOTHES OUTSIDE</span> <span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">- </span></span><span style="COLOR: rgb(204,255,255)">Hang your clothes outside and get that fresh smell. You'll be reducing the amount of energy you use at home.</span></span><br /><span style="color:#000000;"></span><br /><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="color:#ccffff;">Source: <a href="http://www.opthome.com/">OptHome</a>, an online resource for homeowners</span><br /><br /></span><span style="COLOR: rgb(255,255,255)"><span style="color:#ffffff;">We would like to add other easy and inexpensive ideas to the</span></span><span style="color:#ffffff;"> </span><br /><span style="color:#ffffff;"><span style="COLOR: rgb(255,255,255)">list. Plese feel free to make</span> suggestions.</span>evelyn crosshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04874148013087172993noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6666906522140531995.post-12072702788549965482009-04-10T11:07:00.005-05:002009-04-10T17:10:24.210-05:00New Horizon Realty launches blogNew Horizon Realty, Inc. in Eureka Springs, Arkansas has launched a real estate blog. Here you will find the latest information on the real estate market in and around Eureka Springs. To view our listings or to search the MLS visit our website at <a href="http://www.evelyncross.com">www.evelyncross.com</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2