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More Ways To Save Water In Raleigh NC, And Other Parts Of The USA

Sadac Israel — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 17:15:07 +0000

We all can save more of our drinking water, by doing little things that we take for granted, like flushing the toilet, washing the car, taking showers, watering grass, brushing your teeth and so on. This a list of things I did in the past 2 years and the things that are in progress or [...]

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Help For Your Best Lawn And Yard Ever

Sadac Israel — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 16:22:51 +0000

(NAPSI)—There’s good news for homeowners who want the grass to grow greener on their side of the fence. Throughout May, lawn, garden and equipment experts will provide free, one-on-one advice on everything from how to control pests and finally win the battle against weeds to troubleshooting a lawn mower that won’t start. “We’ll help everyone [...]

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New Fuel Treatment Protects Engines From Damaging Effects Of Ethanol Fuel Blends

Sadac Israel — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 19:12:47 +0000

(NAPSI)—The next time you start up your lawn mower, string trimmer or other equipment powered by a gas engine, think about adding a fuel preservative to protect your investment from the harmful effects of ethanol fuel blends. According to engine experts, ethanol fuels begin to deteriorate almost the moment they are pumped, and can break [...]

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Tax Incentives Continue For Geothermal Systems

Sadac Israel — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 15:06:20 +0000

NAPSI)—Even as federal tax credits for traditional heating and cooling systems have decreased, incentives for geothermal systems remain considerably higher—at 30 percent of the installed cost of the system with no limit. In fact, homeowners can take advantage of the federal residential renewable energy tax credit through December 31, 2016. What’s more, the credit is [...]

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NEWS FOR OLDER AMERICANS

Sadac Israel — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:34:04 +0000

Energy Tips (NAPSI)—There’s a new resource to help keep older adults safe and warm during the cold weather months. A new brochure, “Winter Warmth and Safety: Home Energy Tips for Older Adults,” provides tips about preparing a home for winter weather and saving money on energy expenses, including: • Make sure your home is energy [...]

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Save money with an ‘enlightened’ roof – and decorate too

Sadac Israel — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 22:09:57 +0000

Save money with an ‘enlightened’ roof – and decorate too (ARA) – Enlightenment isn’t just a state of mind – it can also be an important energy-saving state of being for your home’s roof. By “enlightening” your roof, you can use less energy, save money, and dress up the interior of your home at the [...]

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Help conserve water through your gardening and lawn care practices

Sadac Israel — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 17:24:11 +0000

Help conserve water through your gardening and lawn care practices (ARA) – As temperatures rise this summer, so do the risks of droughts. Water shortages can be a threat to your home and community. That’s why it makes sense for Americans to conserve water as a matter of course. The best place to start is [...]

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A Simpler Solution To Building A Garden Wall

Sadac Israel — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 14:41:31 +0000

(NAPSI)-Homeowners looking to introduce color, texture and unique design elements to a house’s exterior may consider building an accent or garden wall. Fortunately, if the thought of a block-and-mortar wall seems a little daunting, there’s an easier solution. Using dry-stacked concrete blocks and a surface-bonding cement, it can be easier than many homeowners realize to [...]

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How to cut more than $1,500 from your utility bill

Sadac Israel — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 17:24:33 +0000

How to cut more than $1,500 from your utility bill (ARA) – In today’s challenging economy, homeowners are looking for a few extra bucks to help pay their monthly utility bills and other household expenses, but there’s no need to resort to searching for spare change in the sofa cushions. You can find plenty of [...]

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A Hot Topic: The Next Generation Of Portable Heaters

Sadac Israel — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 20:02:26 +0000

You can increase your comfort and decrease your home heating costs with the help of a portable heater.

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