Home inspections needed before foreclosed properties are purchased

28 Feb, 2012

Prospective buyers should always hire a home inspection service to reveal just how much work will need to be done before the property can be resold for a profit.

Virginia lawmaker defends critique of CFL bulbs

27 Feb, 2012

Marshall told the House of Delegates that a broken CFL bulb can be hazardous to the residents of a home, particularly to children and pregnant women.

Legislation helps California businesses achieve energy efficiency goals

24 Feb, 2012

California lawmakers passed a bill that mandates one third of the state’s power to be generated by renewable energy sources by 2020.

University of Arizona dorms lauded for energy efficiency

23 Feb, 2012

While their analysis focused primary on energy use, students also studied the behaviors of residents as they related to overall green habits.

Part-time homes become mold breeding grounds if not properly addressed

22 Feb, 2012

At the end of the summer, homeowners may set up a fan system that runs on a timer, in order to promote air flow without wasting too much electricity.

Buyers not always considering energy efficiency when purchasing homes

21 Feb, 2012

Even though 96 percent claimed they cared about the cost of their energy use, many were unclear as to how exactly they can go about achieving energy efficiency.

Did radon gas exposure contribute to Joe Paterno’s lung cancer?

17 Feb, 2012

According to Northville Patch, Paterno lived in a high radon risk area – the Pennsylvania Appalachians.

Maryland first to adopt 2012 code governing energy-efficient homes

16 Feb, 2012

Homes must meet several new standards, including achieving higher standards for heating and insulation efficiency and having ducts tested to ensure no leakage exists.

Construction industry expects more green home remodeling

15 Feb, 2012

The market for green homes will increase substantially from $17 billion to up to $114 billion by 2016.

Revamped “Cash for Caulkers” finds a place in Obama budget proposal

14 Feb, 2012

Homeowners would receive rebates for installing new, energy-efficient heating and insulation and for sealing ducts, windows and doors.