Category: Green Living

Transform Your Home With These Top Smart Home Tech Devices

Posted on August 31, 2019

31 Aug

In this day and age, if you don’t own at least one smart home tech device, quite frankly, you’re missing out. Smart technology is incredible – it can transform the way you live, helping you to cut corners in those rigorous mundane tasks, stay safe, and focus on what’s really important. Smart home technology is no longer an innovative, unreachable…

Posted on August 21, 2019

21 Aug

Environmentalism has become so much more than a pastime topic in recent years – it has become a global movement and a priority for millions of homeowners trying to aid the preservation of the natural world. But building and designing an energy-efficient home goes even beyond conservation and preservation, and allows you to make great financial savings over the long…

Posted on July 25, 2019

25 Jul

We live in a time where everyone is incredibly busy, so getting the most out of your time means that you have to live efficiently. That’s where home gadgets come in extra handy! With modern technology evolving at such a fast pace, we have seen an impressive array of gadgets that ease the way you live and help you get…

Posted on July 24, 2019

24 Jul

Looking for ways to save on your monthly bills? One of the best options is to cut down that hefty summer electric bill. But rather than replacing all your windows or reinsulating your entire home, you can start with these simple tips to save on your air conditioning. 1. Shade Yourself Almost 30% of the heat in your home comes…

Posted on October 22, 2014

22 Oct

No matter whether you live in New York or Newport Beach, the right insulation is key for ensuring that your home is both comfortable and energy-efficient. By reducing heat flow, high-quality insulation can minimize the amount of energy you use to keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer. That translates to lower heating bills and significant savings…

Posted on August 29, 2013

29 Aug

One thing that Long Island and the tristate area homeowners are often surprised to learn is that not all replacement windows are created equal. These days, most people understand that they should look for home remodeling products that are energy efficient, and the Department of Energy's ENERGY STAR program has become widely recognized as the industry standard. However, the problem…

Posted on August 22, 2013

22 Aug

One of the most popular trends in kitchen remodeling is designing kitchens that are intended to be eco-friendly. This has far reaching implications because a so-called "green" kitchen can limit household waste, help conserve natural resources, reduce the burden on landfills, and is a responsible investment into the home. So, what exactly goes into designing an environmentally friendly kitchen? In…

Posted on August 6, 2010

06 Aug

This month's featured project is a modular build that Alure Home Improvements constructed in East Northport, NY. What is modular construction? Modular construction is a more resource-efficient way of building. The actual home is split up into several sections, or boxes that contain bedrooms, bathrooms, etc. that are built off-site. This means the boxes are built in a quality controlled…

Posted on August 3, 2010

03 Aug

1. Install light colored blinds on east, south and west facing windows to reflect heat out. 2. Turn the thermostat for your air conditioner up by 2 degrees. 3. Seal tightly around window AC units. 4. Replace central air conditioning filters. (more…)

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