What every homeowner should know about lead paint

28 Jan, 2015

Lead paint in homes presents a serious health hazard, especially for children. 

Federal agents seize $38,000 worth of children’s toys with lead paint at Savannah port

28 Jan, 2015

In Savannah, Georgia, on Jan. 27, federal customs agents seized $38,000 worth of playground toys determined to contain a dangerous level of lead paint.

3 ways to create an energy-efficient kitchen

27 Jan, 2015

Keep these things in mind when designing your kitchen for maximum energy efficiency.

5 energy efficiency terms you should know

27 Jan, 2015

Here are some of the more commonly used terms you might find in energy efficiency news.

6 things every homeowner should know about radon

22 Jan, 2015

Radon gas causes lung cancer at elevated levels. 

Poll finds energy efficiency is Americans’ top housing concern

21 Jan, 2015

The pollsters surveyed over 10,000 households nationwide and found that, though safety, affordability and privacy were all top concerns, energy efficiency beat them all out for the title of Americans’ top housing concern. 

4 options for financing renovations

20 Jan, 2015

Many large renovations come with an intimidating price tag, but don’t let that turn you off from the possibility of remodeling your home.

Invest in solar power instead of stocks, study says

15 Jan, 2015

In 46 out of 50 major cities in the U.S., investing in a 5 kilowatt solar energy system for your home can bring better financial returns than investing in a stock market index fund.

A new solar power system is installed every 2.5 minutes in the U.S.

14 Jan, 2015

After a long stretch of uninterrupted growth in the solar industry in this country, the rate of installation of new systems has now reached an unprecedented high.

Allergy symptoms in winter may be sign of mold in the home

9 Jan, 2015

If you experience allergy symptoms in winter, it could be a sign that there’s mold in your home.