Emily Laue's (eelaue) Blog

1. Replace your old incandescent light bulbs with CFL Light Bulbs. 2. Clean or replace filters monthly to help your furnace work at peak efficiency. 3. Turn down that thermostat to 65-68 degrees durring the day and 58-60 durring the night. 4. Install exterior wall switch and outlet gaskets to pre...

If you haven’t already had this done I would highly recommend having it done, I had one done on my home and it was wonderful! The Energy Trust of Oregon is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to energy efficiency and renewable energy development. Their mission is to change how Oregoni...

Have you ever wanted to know how "green" your home is?  Do you want to know more about "green" home products?  Well now there is a local company that can help.  Greenhaven Consulting is a unique consulting service that helps clients understand the myriad of products available, while avoiding the ...

I wanted to take this time and share some information about a company that is way better than Goodwill Industries in the Portland/Metro area. Community Warehouse is a non-profit agency that will donate your old furniture and housewares to local families to create a home. I find it funny that I ha...

  ·     One of the easiest ways to cut your heating and cooling bill is to make sure that your attic has 7 inches (R-22) or more (up to R-49) of fiber glass or rock wool insulation. ·     A simple step we often ignore-replace or clean your AC vents once a month. ·     Don't leave your bathroom ve...