(NAPSI)—During this busy season of holiday parties, shopping, and family festivities, it’s easy to forget how much this time of year can increase your environmental footprint. A family of four uses about 400 gallons of water at home daily, but when you add holiday cooking and guests to the mix, the gallons can really add Read More …
Category: Environment
Tips To Keep Your Home Properly Humidified This Winter
(NAPSI)—The amount of humidity in the air directly affects the temperature and comfort level in your home. When air is heated, the humidity drops. The result can be chapped lips, dry skin and nasal passages, respiratory issues, static shocks, cracked woodwork and furniture, and chipped paint. Insufficient humidity also makes you feel colder, tempting you Read More …
Heat Pump Or Furnace—What’s The Best Choice For Your Home?
(NAPSI)—Most homes that require heat rely on furnaces or heat pumps to circulate warm air throughout the house. Knowing which piece of equipment is right for your home isn’t always easy. The experts at the YORK brand of Johnson Controls suggest you consider the following questions before making a decision: What is the difference between Read More …
HEALTH NEWS Help Protect Yourself From Pollution
(NAPSI)—According to the World Health Organization, air pollution is the world’s single biggest environmental health risk, with indoor and outdoor pollution killing more people than smoking, traffic accidents and diabetes combined—but there are ways to help protect yourself and your family. The Risk Every day you are exposed to a barrage of chemicals that are Read More …
HINTS FOR HOMEOWNERS Four Ways To Prepare Your House For The Cold
(NAPSI)—You can be better able to keep your home cozy and comfortable when it’s cold outside when you consider these four tips: Drain outdoor water sources: Before the next big freeze, make sure to drain all hoses, outdoor faucets and irrigation systems of any remaining water and cover exposed areas with some form of insulation. Read More …
HOT TRENDS IN HOME HEATING A More Energy- And Cost-Efficient Heating And Cooling Solution
(NAPSI)—As the temperature plummets, homeowners will crank up the heat to keep warm and toasty—quickly burning through money and energy. In fact, home heating uses more energy and costs more money than any other system in your home, typically making up nearly half of your utility bill. So what’s the best way to keep the Read More …
SHOWER YOURSELF IN SAVINGS Shower Yourself in Savings
(NAPSI)—Showers—you use them in the morning to wake up, after a workout to rinse off, or in the evening to freshen up. That might explain why showers are one of the leading ways we use water in our homes, accounting for nearly 17 percent of all residential indoor water use. The American average family uses Read More …
Cruise Lines: Protecting And Preserving The Environment
(NAPSI)—More Americans are choosing cruise vacations than ever before. Over 12 million people are expected to cruise out of U.S. ports by the end of 2016, up from 11.3 million in 2015, according to the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). “Cruise lines are committed to environmental best practices and policies,” says Cindy D’Aoust, president and Read More …
Do Your Part. Be SepticSmart!
(NAPSI)—More than one in five households in the United States depend on septic systems to treat their wastewater. These small systems protect public health, preserve water resources, and maintain economic vitality in a community. During Septic Smart Week, September 19-23, 2016, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and local governments across the country are reminding homeowners Read More …
Preparing Your Heating System For Winter
(NAPSI)—It happens every fall. We prepare for winter by replacing screens with storm windows, sealing cracks or leaks around windows and doors, cleaning gutters and shutting off exterior faucets. But what about our home heating system? The experts at the Luxaire™ brand of Johnson Controls encourage you to make these steps part of your winterization Read More …