Posts Tagged ‘green living’
Homebuilders lining up to become licensed for energy efficiency
Posted by: editors note in First time home buyers, New Homes and Condos, Tips for Green Living on November 4th, 2009
(NC)—It’s easy being green, at least for builders of new homes in Canada. The trend towards building energy-efficient homes has never been hotter as more and more builders across Canada are calling Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) to become licensed builders under their energy-efficient new homes initiatives.
Top five ways to winterize your home and save energy
Posted by: editors note in Home improvement tips, Tips for Green Living on September 23rd, 2009
Canadian winters can be cold and unpredictable so there’s every reason to winterize your home before the cold season starts. With the long periods of time that you and your family will be spending indoors, it’s important that your home is both warm and comfortable throughout the season.
Is it real or is it laminate? Only you know for sure
Posted by: editors note in Home decor, Home improvement tips, New Homes and Condos on September 17th, 2009
When internationally famed Scottish design gurus Colin Ryan and Justin McAllister of the TV show Home Heist accept laminate flooring, you know it has come a long way, baby. But that’s precisely what they did in a recent column in the Toronto Star, wherein they noted that Buckingham Palace boasts laminate flooring. And if it’s good enough for the Queen, they admitted, it’s good enough for the discerning duo’s global projects.
Water heaters eligible for federal incentives
Posted by: editors note in First time home buyers, Home appliances, Real estate industry news, Tips for Green Living on June 16th, 2009
(NC)-If you own your water heater or rent it from a utility, now may be an excellent time to consider replacing an older unit with a new, energy-efficient model. Not only will you save money on utility bills, you may also qualify for assistance from the Government of Canada.
First ever “Canadian Green Home Index” reveals room for improvement in homes across Canada
Posted by: editors note in New Homes and Condos, Real estate industry news, Tips for Green Living on April 14th, 2009
The road to environmental consciousness is paved with green intentions, but a first-of-its kind index gives Canadians a moderate rating when it comes to ‘greening’ their homes.
Spring has sprung! Time to consider energy-efficient upgrades to improve your home
Posted by: editors note in Bathroom decor, First time home buyers, Home appliances, Home decor, Home improvement tips, Kitchen decor, New Homes and Condos, Selling your home, Tips for Green Living on March 26th, 2009
With spring in full bloom, it’s a great time to consider ways to “green” up your home improvements and reduce your carbon footprint. Having a “green” conscience is much more practical and inexpensive than you may think. For example, by simply installing compact fluorescent lights or sealing cracks around your windows, you can do your part to save money on your electricity bill and minimize your impact on the environment.