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May 15, 2012 | Tuesday
How To: Create a Pet-Friendly Home
From cat rooms to dog houses, here are some simple ways to keep pets safe and comfortable in your home.
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CYNTHIA RAMNARACE
Green
May 15, 2012 | Tuesday
How To: Rodent-Proof Your Home
For best results in DIY pest control, stop critters while they're still in the yard.
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May 15, 2012 | Tuesday
How To: Protect Your Home from Carpenter Ants
Know the signs of carpenter ants and prevent an infestation.
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May 15, 2012 | Tuesday
How To: Save Water at Home
Switch to low-flow showerheads and faucets to reduce your environmental footprint while saving money.
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May 15, 2012 | Tuesday
Quick Tip: Shopping for Green Products
Purchase local and recycled products to reduce your carbon footprint.
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Green
May 15, 2012 | Tuesday
Quick Tip: Power Your Home with Solar Energy
Use the sun's rays to create electricity and lower your bills!
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May 15, 2012 | Tuesday
Quick Tip: Solar Hot Water Systems Save Money
Installing a solar hot water system makes sense for the environment and your wallet.
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May 15, 2012 | Tuesday
Quick Tip: Recycle Building Materials
Donate or auction off your old building materials to help you recoup costs and reduce your contribution to landfills.
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Green
May 06, 2012 | Sunday
Bob Vila Radio: Spring Cleaning
Even if you’re diligent about cleaning year-round, when winter’s over there’s always some spring cleaning in order. T...
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SARAH MONZON & BOB VILA
Green
May 02, 2012 | Wednesday
How To: Make Kids Eco-Aware
The way to a young person’s conservation-conscious heart is through active learning—and maybe some candy. Kids love t...
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JANE DAGMI
Green
April 21, 2012 | Saturday
Earth Day 2012: Our Year in Green
Each year on Earth Day we pause to acknowledge and appreciate the majesty of nature and the gravity of the problems t...
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JOHN K. COYNE
Green
April 20, 2012 | Friday
A GREEN User's Guide
Discovering the differences and similarities among green certification seals.
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DONNA BOYLE SCHWARTZ
Green
April 20, 2012 | Friday
The Meaning Behind GREEN
What do all of the green certification labels mean? Here's a helpful guide.
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DONNA BOYLE SCHWARTZ
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April 20, 2012 | Friday
DIY Deals: Earth Day
In honor of Earth Day this Sunday, April 22, we're encouraging everyone to give back to Mother Nature. Make your corn...
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LAUREN CABRAL
Green
April 09, 2012 | Monday
Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency
As April 15 bears down, you might be able to save a little "scratch" if your 2011 home improvements fell within the n...
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JOANNE Y. CLEAVER
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