Need a new appliance? Time to replace an old one?
Appliances account for approximately 45% of a home’s energy costs. Here are some factors to consider for higher energy efficiency and cost savings:
-Unplug appliances when they are not in use. Appliances continue to draw power even after they have been turned off. This is called a [...]
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The Mueller development is centrally located in the heart of Austin, just east of IH35 between Airport Boulevard and East 51st Street. This 711 acre site was left vacant When Austin’s airport relocated in 1999. Upon completion, Mueller will house over 10,000 residents in Garden Homes (Yard Houses), Row Houses, Mixed-use Shop Houses, Multi-unit Mueller [...]
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Conserve Water, Saving Money!
by Jerry Naiser of Real Green Lawns
There are many ways to conserve significant amounts of water inside and outside the home, and doing so makes sense because it lowers water and sewer bills, extends the water supply and helps the environment. Homeowners can take many simple steps to help preserve this precious [...]
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Green Lighting Tips
Daylight
Daylight is by far the best option. Open blinds or to take it a step further, install skylights for some beautiful natural light.
CFLs
According to the federal government, if every American home replaced just one light bulb with an Energy Star approved compact fluorescent bulb (CFL), the US would save enough energy to light [...]
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