Green Living

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A Real Christmas Tree vs an Artificial One: Costs...
29 November, 2023| Green Living, General
Live Christmas trees are better for the environment than artificial Christmas trees: They're renewable and recyclable, unlike that petroleum-derived faux model. In terms of price there's not much diff... read more
The Benefits of Installing a Home Water Filtration...
16 November, 2023| Green Living, Home Improvements & Repair, General
Introduction Water is a fundamental need for human survival. However, the quality of the water available in our homes is often compromised by various contaminants such as bacteria, chemicals, and heav... read more
Houston's Sustainable Living Movement: A Mille...
13 November, 2023| Green Living
Houston, a city renowned for its bold spirit and bustling energy industry, is undergoing a transformative shift driven by its younger residents. Millennials in Houston are not just chasing job opportu... read more
9 Ways to Stop Thanksgiving From Sending Your Ener...
3 November, 2023| Green Living
Your home gets a serious workout on Thanksgiving. While you may be packing on the pounds, your home is sweating from increased usage -- more people coming in and out, and more digital devices to charg... read more
Unveiling the Rich Tapestry of Houston Heights: A...
3 November, 2023| Relocation & Newcomer, Green Living, Houston Livin...
The Houston Heights, a historic neighborhood just northwest of downtown Houston, boasts a unique and captivating history that has shaped its character and community. Established in the late 19th cent... read more
The Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market is Bringing G...
30 October, 2023| Green Living, General, Neighborhoods & Communities
Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market has become the signature holiday fundraising shopping event in Texas that kicks off the holiday season! It is a one-stop shop featuring over 260 merchants, offering un... read more
4 Simple Tasks to Do in Fall for an Awesome Lawn i...
28 October, 2023| Green Living, General, Home Improvements & Repair
Although spring lawn care gets all the attention, fall lawn care is the make-it or break-it season for grass."I'm already thinking about next year," says John Dillon, who takes care of New York City's... read more
178-acre flood-control project complete in Clear L...
25 October, 2023| Green Living, Master Planned Communities, Safety &...
178-acre flood-control project complete in Clear Lake The project, which transformed a former golf course into recreational green space with five detention ponds, was implement... read more
Money-Saving Tips on Fall Landscaping From a First...
23 October, 2023| Green Living, General, Home Improvements & Repair
I became a first-time home owner in May, but I waited until late September to start doing some landscaping projects. Why? Long-time home owners I know told me that fall is a great season for yard work... read more
5 Tasks Every Homeowner Should Do in November
23 October, 2023| General, Green Living, Home Selling
With guest season (also known as THE HOLIDAYS) coming at you fast and furious, you want to be sure your home is cozy, but with that fresh-as-spring feel -- as opposed to that musty-damp-winter feel.He... read more
7 'Wow-oh-Wow!' Fall Yard Tips from the Smithsonia...
9 October, 2023| Green Living, General, Home Improvements & Repair
Everybody thinks spring is the time to work on lawns. In fact, fall is the primo time to give your lawn some TLC.That's the overarching advice from Jeff Schneider, the horticulturist in charge of main... read more
7 'Wow-oh-Wow!' Fall Yard Tips from the Smithsonia...
4 October, 2023| Green Living
Everybody thinks spring is the time to work on lawns. In fact, fall is the primo time to give your lawn some TLC.That's the overarching advice from Jeff Schneider, the horticulturist in charge of main... read more
Save Money With Energy-Efficient Insulation
2 October, 2023| Green Living
Even if you live in an older home, there's no reason you need to shiver through the winter or roast in the summer. If your house doesn't have enough insulation -- common in homes built before 1980, wh... read more
4 Simple Tasks to Do in Fall for an Awesome Lawn i...
27 September, 2023| Green Living
Although spring lawn care gets all the attention, fall lawn care is the make-it or break-it season for grass."I'm already thinking about next year," says John Dillon, who takes care of New York City's... read more
Yard Tips So You'll Never Have to Water Again
25 September, 2023| Home Remodeling, Green Living, Houston Living
When you're parched, you grab a glass of water. When your yard feels the same way, it's not quite so self-sufficient. It needs your help.But you hate watering. Such a waste of time when you could be w... read more
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