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10 Simple Ways To Make Your Home “Greener”
Going ‘green’ doesn’t always have to mean going the expensive hybrid, solar panel route. There are simple, effective, and inexpensive ways to have a ‘greener home.’ MyHomeIdeas has compiled a list of ten steps toward doing so, first of which is filling your dishwasher with every use. By doing this, you can save an estimated 100 pound of carbon dioxide, as well as $40 per year. Next up, fix your household leaks. If you spot a leak anywhere, fix it, or contact someone who can. According to the article, leaky toilets can waste 30 to 50 gallons of water per day, and leaky faucets anywhere from 15 to 20. Keep reading this list of easy household fixes that can save energy and cash by clicking here.