Arizona homeowner discusses value of home inspection

16 Apr, 2013

An April 13 article in the East Valley Tribune, an Arizona news publication, focuses on one local property owner’s positive experience with home inspection contractors.

Topeka, Kansas, residents benefit from energy-efficient homes funded by the city

15 Apr, 2013

Although it looks like other homes in the area, the $92,000 residence features eco-friendly insulation, double-pane windows, a high-efficiency heating and cooling system and additional green technology upgrades.

California couple build net-zero home

12 Apr, 2013

According to Easy Reader, a local news source, Robert Fortunato and his wife, Monica, were able to expand their home from 1,300 square feet to 2,100 square feet and still use 75 percent less power.

Minnesota lawmakers consider bill to raise radon awareness

11 Apr, 2013

Lawmakers in Minnesota are taking radon seriously – as they should – by introducing a new bill called the Minnesota Radon Awareness Act.

Cleveland to replace street lights with LED bulbs

10 Apr, 2013

The city of Cleveland, Ohio, recently announced a new initiative to replace its current streetlights with LED bulbs.

Minnesota homeowners deal with mold infestations following 2012 floods

9 Apr, 2013

According to Northland’s NewsCenter, a Minnesota NBC affiliate, flooding that occurred throughout the state in 2012 has left many homeowners dealing with serious mold problems.

Nebraska homeowner constructs energy-efficient home and canine rescue shelter

8 Apr, 2013

“We built this house to show others it can be done, and that energy efficiency can leave an infinitely positive impact on our world,” Swett told the source. “I am proud to live in an environment I have spent my career teaching customers about.”

Program in upstate New York helps local residents make energy-efficient upgrades to their homes

5 Apr, 2013

Residents of upstate New York have benefited from energy efficient upgrades to their homes thanks to PUSH Green, a community-based program funded by People United for Sustainable Housing (PUSH Buffalo) and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA).

Florida couple’s mobile home infested with black mold

4 Apr, 2013

It’s essential for prospective property owners to hire experts to perform a home inspection before signing papers and finalizing transactions.

Habitat for Humanity establishes standard to ensure all new homes have Energy Star rating

3 Apr, 2013

According to CleanTechnica, an alternative energy news website, Habitat for Humanity has established a new goal stating that all residences it builds will have – at the very least – an Energy Star rating.