3 Uses For A Recycled Barrel Heater At Home

Posted on 30 September 2016

Many companies working in the construction industry store chemicals on a daily basis. In order to prevent these chemicals from experiencing extreme temperature changes, devices known as barrel heaters are strapped to the exterior of chemical storage barrels in order to maintain a constant temperature. Many barrel heaters find their way into recycling centers. While you might not be storing any volatile chemicals at home, you can still visit your local recycling center to pick up a barrel heater and find uses for these recycled products around the house. [Read More]

What Factors Are Considered As Part Of The Solar Panel Installation Process?

Posted on 26 September 2016

If you are having solar panels installed on your roof, the installation company will consider many factors when determining how, when and where to place the panels. Here are a few of the factors they will look at prior to and during the solar panel installation process. The Type of Roof You Have Prior to installing the solar panels, an installation company will inspect your roof and determine what type of roof you have. [Read More]

Sustaining Sustainability: 3 Key Words That Should Be Part Of Your Green Business Plan

Posted on 19 September 2016

Every business must review and revise its sustainability goals, processes and progress if it aims to achieve the maximum effect from its efforts. Green business practices should be ongoing and routinely monitored for acceptable introduction, accommodation and compliance. Here's what those words mean for your individual business: INTRODUCTION To achieve the goal of maximum sustainability in real life, you must identify every material you use--from office paper to name badges--and choose those materials that can easily be recycled. [Read More]

Not Sure About Your New Septic System? 3 Steps To Keep It Well-Maintained

Posted on 8 September 2016

If your home is attached to a septic system, you need to make sure it stays well-maintained. Even minor maintenance issues can lead to major problems. Once your septic system starts breaking down, it will go through a cycle of escalating problems. If you're not familiar with septic systems, you might not know what to look for. Unfortunately, that can leave you facing a failed septic system. Here are three signs that your septic system is about to fail. [Read More]

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Teaching Kids How to Conserve the Environment

When I was in school, my science teachers frequently talked about the importance of conserving the environment. When I married my husband eleven years ago, I was thankful he did environmentally responsible acts such as recycling. Now, I’m excited about teaching my future kid how to help protect the planet we live on. If you have little ones at home, consider engaging in fun, environmentally conscious activities with them. For instance, you could make natural, cleaning supplies, shop for a customized, recycling container, or collect rainwater from your roof. On this blog, I hope you will discover ingenious ways to teach your kids how to conserve the environment. Enjoy!