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-A lot of people have been living ​in their homes for many years and feel like they need a change or just want to change the vibe of their home. The way your home looks on the exterior says a lot about who you areIf you want to offer more welcoming image for your home, then look through this article and see how you can change the landscape ​of your home.[[http://​congresomundialjjrperu2009.org/story.php?title=richard-lees-steel-deck-for-ones-construction-|Metal Floor Decking Sheet]]+Every day, many people waste tons of energy, while using many things ​in their home. Whether it's through simple appliances or water usage, people waste energy at home, rather than using green energyHere is bit of advice that will help you make use of green energy in your own home.[[http://​enigmapedia.com/index.php?title=Ways_You_Can_Use_Green_Energy_To_Power_Your_Home|Comflor80]]
  
-Seek out inspiration not just from landscaping magazinesand booksbut also from your local neighborhoodSeeing what your neighbors are growing successfully ​can help steer you towards plants that are appropriate for your area. If you find garden you truly admire, ask the homeowner, if they have any advice they can share with you.+A very easy and cheap way to save on your high energy bills is to try installing some low flow shower heads and faucets. Switching ​from the standard2.5 gallon/​minute shower headsto the low flow 1.5 gallon/​minute ones, can help you save lot with your hot water energy costs.
  
-Build walkways throughout your landscaping. You will place much time and energy ​into the variety of plants and decorations in your landscapingso be sure others can enjoy every inch of it! Consider, too, being creative with your walkwaysInstead ​of plain concreteperhaps build them out of natural stone or gravel to give another sense of texture.+In order to save extra energy ​around ​the house, be sure to set your electronics to a power-saving mode when not using themA power-saving mode will reduce the amount ​of energy spent by the device. This wayyou can save energy and cut down the cost of the electric bill.
  
-Landscaping used in front of your door should serve to connect ​your house to the rest of your landscaping designIt should also create a welcoming environment for you and anyone else visiting your houseIt should ​also serve as a natural looking point of entry to people looking from the street.+[[http://​saintpaulrfp.com/​story.php?​title=comflor80-in-your-design|comflor 80 corus]] If you are trying ​to save on your electricity bill, try to use your ceiling fan more in the summerA ceiling fan can help to make any room feel about 10 degrees cooler, ​and it costs much less to run than an air conditioner doesYou will be saving money and also using less electricity,​ meaning you're doing something great for the environment.
  
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-carefully chosen landscaping project can be used to showcase features, or distract the eye from certain unsightly structural aspects of a home or businessHighlight an interesting architectural detail with spot lighting, or sheared shrubsPlant tall grasses ​to conceal unattractive elements, such as a visible foundation, or air-conditioning unit.+significant green energy initiative is to is having a professional do a home energy auditThese professionals will assess your home and find areas where you can save money and conserve energySome power companies even offer this service for free to help reduce the impact of their customers on their energy supply.
  
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-When you need to rent landscaping equipmentfind a partner ​to share the costYou likely ​have a neighbor, or a friend who could use that chipper, or tiller ​for a few hours, tooBefore renting a piece of heavy equipment, ask around and find someone to share the rental fee. Of coursethis takes careful planning so you both can use it, and get it returned on time. You will find that the cost savings makes it well worth the planning for both of you.+If you are planning ​to go green in your homeyou may want to consider contacting your utility provider ​to learn about your optionsThey may have some great suggestions ​for you look intoIf they do not have the options for youthey can direct you to where you can find them.
  
-Use perennials and annuals to create a lower maintenance scenario in your landscaping. These types of plants ​are, for the most part, maintenance freeThese will add color and appeal throughout ​the year, and only require ​the same water you give your lawn and occasional fertilization. Annuals require yearly replanting, yet offer great beauty.+If your exhaust fans are more than five years oldconsider replacing them with newer more efficient models. Each year you should examine each exhaust fan in your home for damage and replace ​the filterA damaged exhaust fan uses more energy ​and changing ​the filter allows ​the fan to work more efficiently.
  
-Landscaping ​your home isn't limited ​to the front yard alone, remember that your yard can use some renovating as wellYou can add things like a fountain in the back to give off a soothing ​and welcoming vibe, or put a pathway of stones that people can walk on when they'​re ​in your yardThere are many little things you can do to improve ​your yard, you just have to be creative.+[[http://​www.youdoze.com/​story.php?​title=comflor80-for-your-construction|Comflor80]] Cut down on electricity by hanging at least some of your clothes outdoors ​to dryThe sun and wind can dry them quickly ​and your clothes will smell fresher ​when you bring them in. Bedding and towels ​can make your dryer run a long time and they are easy to hang outdoors.
  
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