Oct 27

BRRR it’s Colorado Cold outside, but not inside thanks to the government!

100_0467The Obama Administration is dolling out $3.2 billion for energy efficiency and energy conservation projects in states and cities across the U.S., moving that portion of the economic stimulus money a bit closer to your home.

The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant program will fund new and existing programs in states to promote home energy audits, weatherization, energy efficiency upgrades, replacement of outdated appliances and other similar initiatives. The Department of Energy had previously estimated that the average qualifying home could benefit from $6,500 in improvements. Each program differs by state and city, so look to your local agencies or energy.gov/recovery for details. While home improvement initiatives are likely to help individuals most directly, the grants cover a broad array of potential initiatives.

You need to do your research & most installers are up to date on the lates info so If yo uneed a little help check with one of your local energyor window companies to see if you qualify. If you do jump on in now! My mom actaully qualified & they blew in insulation, replaced windows, & more all while she sipped tea on the front porch. Cost to her $0.00!

It is hard to believe but my theroy is we are  paying for it anyway, why not use it!

 

 

Oct 11
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There are a lot of concerns about toxins these days. One of which is the vapors left behind after you spruce up that back room with a fresh coat of paint.  I am not an expert here, but of course less toxic is best, but they are very pricey! Check out this artical on the values or non toxic paints to see for yourself.  http://www.eartheasy.com/live_nontoxic_paints.htm

Oct 3
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I love others before & after pics too. I am a visual learner & I think it helps to inspire. If you see some one elses before pic that is similar to your space it helps to visualize the possibilities. hufpnca3uyg0ocaz7ckx8caw8eiohcailr34icaqh1n5dcankophacat7h01gcaxtisimcab07mnqca9mps25capom0pscanxzy37camwf2epca5j6b7qcawsgi78caa3gk1ocada4ogncaffop1c

So don’t for get to snap a shot or ask to see others so you can create a space just as amazing.