When it comes to the selection of solar panels for homes, you will be amazed at the range of products available. They start off with kits under $200 for the do-it-yourself homeowner who wants to experiment with solar power. These kits contain everything you need to build a solar power producing box and can be found at most home improvement supersto
Six Facts About Solar Energy
As homes are being built and retrofitted even in today's economy, you'll notice there are more and more homes fitted with solar panels. That's because of the rising demand for solar energy and low energy costs. Saving money is perhaps the top overall reason to consider it. Nonetheless, there are many reasons to consider this green form of energy fo
Green Building - Why You Should Care
As we head into the first month of spring, there is no doubt -- real estate activity has increased significantly in many parts of the country. This leaves many to wonder: is this the beginning of the end of the real estate market downturn? The spring market is looming -- the big question is, what type of market will it be? 2006 is no longer new new
Eco Home Tips - Checklist For Your Next Green Home
Have you heard of the Sustainable living movement? Earthships? Yea, those cool alien looking houses in far-away places. Chances are that you have. Earthships may be coming to a neighborhood nearby and it might be sooner than you think.Solar energy is the best form of alternative energy source. The energy that you derive from the sun is clean and fr
Wood Flooring: Healthy, Valuable And Sustainable
As most homeowners do, we looked at some model homes today to get ideas for cabinets. As I toured the house I had forgotten about all the tables, cabinets, wood art frames, wood staircases, and all the ornamental wood products that make up a new and furnished house. As we walked around the model home, my young 14 month old was looking into some of