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Here are a few quick and surprising tips on how to save yourself some extra money, as well as help mother nature in the process.

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Abby

Having an energy efficient water heater is a great way to save money! If you are in the market for a new water heater, take a look at these great tips on what to look for to make your water heater as efficient as possible. This guide also helps you weigh some options you may not have considered such as a solar water heater or a tankless water heater. Whatever you choose, a more efficient appliance will save you money in the long run and increase the value of your home as well.

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Abby

Hi All,

I just found out today that Pennsylvania has announced higher rebates to homeowners that install qualifying EnergyStar heating equipment. Some of the rebates have as much as doubled or tripled.  For example on one type of gas furnace the rebate is increasing from $300-$1,000.  The best part is sometimes these rebates can be combined with existing Federal Tax Credits. Please visit the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection website for more information. 

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Abby

While replacing old appliances is a great place to start, going green in the kitchen isn't just about energy efficient appliances anymore.Today you can invest in "green" products for countertops, cabinets, flooring and more.There are plenty of products out there to create the kitchen you want in a way that is energy efficient and environmentally friendly.The selection of products available seems to be expanding all the time! Here are a few brands to check out: EcoTimber Flooring, Forbo Flooring Systems, & Paperstone Countertops. You can find some of these great green products locally at Fresco Green Home Improvement Store on Commerce Drive in Lancaster.

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Abby

I visited FRESCO Green Building Supply today, and got a great tour from Brandon.  This store just opened a few month ago and offers some really cool products like American Clay -a completely innovative covering for your walls, PaperStone counter tops - made in part from paper and oil from cashew shells & formaldehyde free FSC hardwood flooring. And those are just a few of the many beautiful and environmentally safe products they have.You can find a lot of the products on their website - http://www.frescogreen.com/

I'm excited to share these products with my clients and use some of them for my own home projects as well!  Fresco is located on Commerce Drive off of Manheim Pike. 

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