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Coming up Green on St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick is often depicted with a cross in one hand and a three-leaf clover in the other. He was a Fifth Century missionary and bishop credited with introducing Christianity to Ireland. St. Patrick used a three-leaf clover to explain the Christian doctrine of the Holy Trinity to the Irish people. Today, St. Patrick’s Day,… Read more »

Six Water-Saving Tips for Homeowners

Homeowners with an eye on water conservation will be richly rewarded, saving themselves money on monthly water bills and helping their fellow citizens guard against potential water shortages. Here are six ways to tap into savings at the tap. Low-flow faucet heads.  Install low-flow nozzles on all your faucets, particularly your showers. These faucet flow… Read more »

Energy-Saving Tips: Your Wallet and the Planet are Winners

Once homeowners have been stung by high energy bills, they’re quickly motivated to save resources and money. Check out these energy-saving tips. While some require a significant investment, others are relatively cheap or even free. Cheaper options include: Replace incandescent light bulbs with LED or fluorescent bulbs, also called CFLs. The initial cost of these… Read more »