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How to reduce global warming from home

July 29, 2011 by · Leave a Comment 

If you want to do your bit to save the word you need look no further than your own home to start. We all know the effect global warming is having on our planet; here are some things you can do to lessen the impact.

Recycle: re use anything that can be re used. Do not purchase new plastic containers re use the empty containers, re use plastic bags at the supermarket. Plastics cause so much damage to the environment.

CFL bulbs: these energy efficient bulbs use a lot less energy than conventional bulbs.

When buying new household appliances, buy energy and water efficient appliances.

Save energy use in the house by switching off unused appliances, even when in stand by mode they use considerable amounts of energy, make sure the house is well insulated to maximize the use of heating and air conditioning. Make sure all appliances are well serviced to ensure minimum energy consumption.

Plant plenty of trees in and around your garden. They clean the air around you and help keep the surroundings cooler, reducing the need for air conditioning.

Produce your own energy at home such as solar and wind power.

Use a hybrid car to reduce emissions.

Filtrate For Your Home

July 22, 2011 by · Leave a Comment 

Article submitted by yourfilterconnection.com

When you own a home there are dozens of things that pop up.  Stuff happens that you would never think about before, but now that you’re a homeowner, you have to deal with.  There are things to do and fix, and replace.  It’s hard keeping track of when everything needs to be changed or updated or replaced.  Take your filtrate for example.  It is possible to have several different types of filtrates around your home.  You could have them for the air conditioner, heater, air filter, water, and more.  But, it is very important that they are replaced regularly.  Make sure that you go online and find out how often your specific type of filer needs to be changed, or how to determine by looking at it when it needs to be replaced.

3m filtrate is the top brand for filters.  When it comes to something like the quality of air you breathe, water you drink, or your personal safety, make sure that you are choosing the best.  3m filtrate is also affordable, so make sure that whatever filter you are replacing, you replace it with a 3m or another top of the line products.

Personal safety places a big part when it comes to an electrostatic furnace filter.  Your furnace contains a lot of toxins and germs, on account of so much heat being there.  It is a very dangerous place, and to maintain the safety and cleanliness of your home, it should be changed regularly.

Owning a home is extremely rewarding, but there are things that you have to do to ensure you and your family’s safety.  Change your filters, buy good brands, and be knowledgeable about the filters in your home.