Common Household Problems

We've all heard of solar energy, so why haven't you made the switch to solar yet? Solar energy is renewable, sustainable, and very plentiful, and can provide significant solar energy savings in your utility bills. The cost continues to drop and the availability is skyrocketing...

We often consider our diet, fitness, and hygiene to be the primary solutions to fighting infections and illness. However, our indoor home environments could also factor into our overall wellness, like the presence of toxins. Global Asbestos Awareness Week is honored worldwide, and this campaign calls...

It seems like anyone today can do anything with the help of a good YouTube tutorial. But before you jump on the DIY bandwagon, there are some projects that you should leave to the pros.  Electrical Work  The list of risks from DIY electrical work is extensive....

Ah, summertime! Feel the warm breeze. Open up the windows and doors and let the air (and pests!) inside. Pest invasions are very common during the summer months not only because our windows and doors are open more, but also because pests breed and multiply like...

Itchy, watery eyes. Non-stop sneezing. Scratchy throat. Runny nose. These are some of the wonderful effects of having allergies in the spring and summertime. While there are plenty of different medicines and antihistamines to help combat the effects of outdoor allergies, there are also things we can...

People living in the US spend nearly 90% of their time indoors - and almost half of US households use gas for heating and cooking. This combination can expose people to high levels of indoor pollutants and often times, their indoor air quality is way...

Spring is finally here! Although April 2020 seemed like the longest and coldest month in history, warmer weather is on its way. With rising temperatures, homeowners are going to be turning on their AC units without any type of maintenance, inspection, or cleaning. This can cause...

As the GreenHomes America network grows, we receive many questions about improving home comfort. For example, many homes across the country contain comfort issues. So, don’t feel alone if your home is cold in the winter and hot and sticky in the summer. Our experience...

As the GreenHomes America network grows, we receive many questions about improving home comfort. First of all, our approach to improving comfort problems often begins with a home energy audit. Why? Because audits provide valuable information about the root causes of home discomfort. Also, energy auditors...