Going Green: 10 Tips to Make Your Home More Eco-Friendly

Living in an eco-friendly, energy efficient home is not only good for the environment, but also for our pocketbook. “Green” homes can save us money in the long-run, as well as saving natural resources for our planet. While the best way to have a green home is to buy one that was built that way, there are lots of things you can do to make your existing home more eco-friendly – and save you some green at the same time!

Start with an “energy audit.” Homeowners should start with an energy audit done by their local utility company or some independent energy consultants. You can also visit Home Energy Saver, a web-based energy audit site, at http://hes.lbl.gov. Audits can help pinpoint problem areas and measure energy savings after you improve your home’s efficiency.

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