Many homeowners get overwhelmed at the thought of making their home more green to be a daunting one. Knowing how to get started and what to do to receive the most benefit can be terribly difficult. Read the following tips to get a better idea of where to start.
Wash clothing in cold water whenever possible.
Almost ninety percent of the power you use to do laundry is simply used to heat the water. If your laundry detergent is a high quality brand, cold water is effective.
Consider solar water heating system. If your location does not get too cold, you can get a system that will circulate the water through a solar heater before pumping it into your home. However, consider that you may still need a traditional heater if you will be using a great deal of hot water, or if the sun does not come out.
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