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Spring Cleaning Guide

Spring Cleaning Guide

Make spring cleaning less of a chore by following these smarter—and mostly greener—tips for this annual rite of homeownership. Read More

Progress $ E K
Save Money Low $4 (water/vinegar mix)
Effort Low 1-2 days
Investment Low $70-90 (mattress cleaning)
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The Value of Home Maintenance

Regular home maintenance is key to preserving the value of your house and property. Read More

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Effort Med 3-4 wknds/yr (inspect & repair)
Investment Med $3,300 (avg. annual cost)
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Home Office Security Check

This quick home-office security check will help you protect computer equipment, electronics, and personal data from theft, fire, and other dangers. Read More

Progress K
Effort Low 1-2 hrs to inspect
Investment Low $0-$300 (wiring inspection)
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Buying and Storing Firewood

Knowing how to evaluate, buy, and store firewood is key to the safe, efficient operation of your fireplace, wood stove, or fireplace insert. Read More

Progress K
Effort Low 4 hrs (stacking)
Investment Med $150-$1,750/yr (half-5 cords)
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10 Ways to Prevent Costly Mold Damage to Your Home

Fixing mold damage can be one of the most expensive repairs you’ll ever perform on your home, so here’s how to prevent it. Read More

Progress E K
Effort Low 1-2 hrs (DIY inspection)
Investment Low $20-$300+ (monitor/inspection)
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Spring Cleaning Guide

Make spring cleaning less of a chore by following these smarter—and mostly greener—tips for this annual rite of homeownership. Read More

Progress $ E K
Save Money Low $4 (water/vinegar mix)
Effort Low 1-2 days
Investment Low $70-90 (mattress cleaning)
Added to Binder
Couple watching TV in family room

5 Tips for Saving Energy in the Family Room

Reduce your electricity bills by systematically purging your family room of wasteful energy practices. Read More

Progress $ E K
Save Money Low Up to $133 (w/o TV)
Effort Low Up to 2 hrs (buy online)
Investment Low Up to $142 (w/o new TV)
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12 Tips for Saving Energy in Your Home Office

Cut your power consumption, lighting, and heating and cooling costs when you work from home. Read More

Progress $ E K
Save Money Med Up to $194/yr (w/o computer)
Effort Low 2-4 hours
Investment Med Up to $277 (w/o new computer)
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Exterior of house showing chimney

Chimney Maintenance for Warmth and Safety

Chimney maintenance and a fireplace inspection can make the difference between warm safety and drafty danger. Read More

Progress E K
Effort Low 1-2 hrs (inspect/sweep)
Investment Low $125-$205 (inspect/sweep)
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Green gloved hand cleaning bathroom sink

Green Cleaning Products for the Bathroom

Inexpensive green cleaning products—both off the shelf and homemade—can be just as effective on your sinks, toilets, and showers as conventional products. Read More

Progress $ E K
Save Money Low $4 (mix own vs. buying)
Effort Low 15 mins (mix own cleaner)
Investment Low $4 (bulk vinegar)
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Woman cleaning kitchen with green products

Green Cleaning Products for the Kitchen

Going green in the kitchen doesn’t mean going broke as long as you choose the right green cleaning products for your countertops and appliances. Read More

Progress $ E K
Save Money Low $4 (mix own vs. buying)
Effort Low 15 mins (mix green cleaner)
Investment Low $7 (bulk baking soda)
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Conserve Water at Home

Curb your water usage with a few simple tips:

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