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-Did you know that green energy can help you to pay less for your electric and gas bills? You can also use less money in cleaning products. Green energy can help you save a lot of money, if you know the right ways to use it wisely. Here are a few ways that you can use green energy today.[[http://​www.flipsnack.com/​FE6AF758B7A/​ftu9q1td|Steel Deck]]+How to Find a Landscaper ​for Your HOA
  
-If you are planning to go greener, you should consider fixing any taps that are leakingDoing this will decrease the amount of water you use, and as result, you will have more hot water in your homeThis can really help if you are struggling to have enough warm water in the shower. +[[http://​www.unlimitedlandscaping.com|flower ​and weed control atlanta 
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-You may think you are saving money by unplugging your laptop from the power cord when it is charged. Only problem is, if the AC adapter ​is still plugged into the outlet, it is still continuously drawing out energyMake sure you plug the AC adaptor and other devices into an energy efficient power strip to keep this from happening. +Home Owner’s Associations feature ​very important role in the development of communitiesThey have great responsibilities including managing the assets of the community, and assigning the right people for major roles in the associationOne of the responsibilities of the HOA is community development that involves landscapingHere are some tips to help you hire a good landscaper ​for your HOA. 
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-good way to begin your quest for green energy is to use alternative sources to heat your homeWhile wood stoves have been relied upon for countless years, the newer trend is toward pellet stoves. The pellets are composed of compressed sawdust and take up far less space than a wood-pile. +Look for an all-rounder 
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-In certain areas, you might be able to sell your power to the main gridCall your power supplier to find out more about their policies. If your home is too small to justify investing in a wind turbineyou could get your money back quicker by selling part of your power. +Certain landscape firms have contractors and professionals who handle everything associated with landscaping ​your communityThis involves landscapergardenersirrigation crew, and water companies ​to contribute towards ​the entire process ​of landscapingHire a company ​that undertakes all of these tasksIt would be cost-effectiveand will save you a lot of time wasted in worrying about different contractors
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-Install timersmotion sensorsor sound sensors on lamps, lights ​and other electrical devices ​to automate their functions. Such sensors are ideal if you have a hard time remembering to turn off the lights, and because they conserve energy, they can save you a significant amount ​of your power bill. +Good reviews often come from successes 
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-[[http://​member.thinkfree.com/​myoffice/​show.se?​f=d81955e8df857445dd9335e738774a1e|Steel Deck]] If you want to conserve energy, adjust your air conditioning unit so that it is set two degrees higher in the summer and two degrees lower in the winterYou will probably not be able to tell that you have changed itbut taking that step will save you on your monthly bill and bring down your carbon emissions+Check the internet for reviews ​of different landscape firms. You can also contact ​your neighboring communities to inquire about other landscapersIt is likely ​that you will come across ​list of landscapers who have been given great reviews ​for their workVisit other communities ​to gain perspective about their work, and draw up a list of potential landscape firms you would like to hire
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-If you are in the process ​of, or planning to, design your own home, you can build some green energy sources right into your home from the beginningStart by looking for land that has water source such as a creek or room for wind turbinesAnother good idea is to choose ​roof with solar panels built in. You can even position them to get the most out of sunlight+First meeting reveals ​lot of information 
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-Get an energy audit of your home. Having your home inspected by professional is the best way to find out how you could adopt alternative sources ​of energy. In some cases, the sun or wind exposure is simply not high enough to justify investing in alternative sources of power. +When you meet with people from different landscaping companies, be alert as you request for more information ​about their servicesEvaluate their responses ​and analyze if they respond well to you. Make a mental note of how responsive they are when you contact them, as that would tell you if they communicate matters ​to you well in time. Check if they are well-adapted ​to technology so that they can stay in touch with the HOA through emails, ​and social media to post updates about their work
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-Find out more about ground source heat pumpsThese pumps are located under your home and pump the natural heat of the earth to keep you warmThis system can be costly but the pumps use very little power and can last up to fifty years. Invest ​in this system ​if you are going to stay in a home for decades. +If you find a contractor ​that satisfies the needs of the community ​and the HOAwith skills and service, then hire immediately. It is alright if a few people are not happy about itMake a judgment based on the majority poll at the HOA, and stick to it as you can derive good results from great landscape contractor. 
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-Contact your current energy provider ​and see if they offer an option for you to use renewable-energy sources. Many providers harness renewable energy through solar or wind power and therefore, have this option available for their clients. However, you should keep in mind that this may cost a little bit extra+
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