Category: Blog Posts
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How to fix a Leaky Faucet for under $1 (and stop that tap dripping !)
Leaky faucets or dripping taps are a pain, which is why we decided to show a step by step guide of how easy it is to fix a dripping bathroom faucet or kitchen faucet for under a dollar – including if they are leaking from around the tap handles or tops. Why fix leaky faucets?
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2021 King Cole Ducks Contest
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Fridge organization – how to optimize fridges to reduce food waste (and why it matters)
The amount of food wasted in North America is huge – but beyond the social implications of the “Haves” and the “Have nots,” food waste is having a significant impact on climate change. Here’s a comprehensive guide to organizing fridges at home. Did you know that there’s actually an ideal order or layout of how to orga…
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Google Maps updated to show most eco friendly and fuel efficient routes first
Google maps has now been updated to show the most eco friendly route to drivers, as well as adding additional information for bike routes, it’s an interesting application of technology. Google just announced that effective immediately, the Google Maps app will feature the most eco-friendly routes for iOS and Android u…
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Home foundation trends in 2020 are encouraging for sustainability as slab on grade wins
The National Association of Home Builders just completed a study of home foundation trends for 2020 in the US, and the results were both surprising and encouraging! Slab on grade foundations are a clear winner. It’s slab on grade foundations for the win!
The NAHB study showed that 65% of new single-family home starts… -
How to make Eco-friendly DIY Buckeye / Horse Chestnut laundry soap
See our DIY instructional video of how to make your own chemical-free laundry soap with Buckeyes, Horse nuts, Chestnuts or Conkers! Whatever you like to call them, we won’t think you’re nuts. Buckeyes/ Horse Chestnuts can be used to make DIY laundry soap – who knew?
The mission of Ecohome goes beyond providing sustain…