Eco-Friendly Choices
A greener home isn't just good for the environment. It also can help keep your family safer and can save you money. To keep things simple, Rocky′s has some low-cost or no-cost tips to help you make eco-friendly choices in your home. Just choose a category below for more information.
The average home in the U.S. spends about $1,600 on utilities each year, and with rising energy costs, many will spend much more. For most people, though, making small home improvements and more informed purchases could save you up to 25% — about $400 each year.
The average American household produces about 20 pounds of hazardous waste each year by using products like paint, solvents, cleaners, fertilizers and pesticides. When put in the trash, this hazardous household waste can pollute the water and air. When kept in the home, it can be unsafe for children and pets.
Most people in North America use 50 to 70 gallons of water indoors each day, with over 75% of all water being used in the bathroom. We use another 50 to 70 gallons outdoors, depending on the season. Cutting down on all of that water not only will save you on your utility bill, but also it will help prevent pollution in lakes, rivers and streams.
We think of our homes as safe and clean, but recent EPA estimates note that indoor pollutant levels may be two to five times higher than outdoor pollution. You can take action today to make sure that the air inside your home is clean and safe for you and your family.