MERV stands for Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value. Or in English, "how effective is your air filter?" MERV ratings range from 1-16.
Category Green
Check your fire extinguishers at least twice a year to ensure proper functioning in case you ever need them. Here's how to evaluate its condition.
Did you know there are times when using a fire extinguisher can actually make matters worse?
Cast iron is such a strong and reliable material that it can last forever-if you care for it properly, that is. Here's how to clean cast iron pans, furniture and other implements.
On Saint Patrick's Day, it's easy to think green, but what about the other 364 days of the year?
Eco-friendly reclaimed brick boasts the appealing patina of age, not to mention the advantages commonly associated with newly fired brick, including sturdiness, low maintenance requirements, and lasting beauty.
Follow these tips not only to remove the dust that has settled on your floors and furniture, but also to prevent dust from entering your home in the first place.
As the countdown to spring cleaning begins, Debra Johnson, curriculum manager for Merry Maids, shares her wisdom to help get you through this annual household ritual with ease and purpose.
In parts of the country prone to hurricanes, stormproofing a roof is not merely prudent, it's critically important. Click for tips on how to do so effectively.
If you're thinking about installing a solar energy system, you first want to be sure it makes sense for your home. Let us lead you through some of the variables you'll need to consider.
If you are looking to build a new house, here are 5 smart investments to make to incorporate energy-saving features that will pay you back year after year.
In a drain water heat recovery system, the water you've used already helps to heat the water you will use in the future.
Fire extinguishers aren't just for schools and office buildings. Rather, these safety devices are a must-have for all homeowners.
Even when not in use, home appliances consume energy if they are left plugged into an outlet. Look to new smart power strips to minimize the extent to which you are paying for electricity you don't actually use.
Treating termites and preventing rodents are top priorities for many homeowners. If your concerns are similar, these tips can help.
If you're tired of dry skin, itchy eyes, asthma and chapped lips, then welcome a humidifier into your home this winter.
The holiday season is rolling to an end, and you'll soon be taking down your indoor and outdoor lights. Why not take a few minutes now to deal with burned-out strands?
You may think that putting a timer on your lights is a waste of time, but an inexpensive timer just might save your home from a burglar.
It's always better to find a way to recycle or reuse an item than to send it to a landfill. Some creative designers out there today are finding new uses for consumer items that once went straight to the dump.
If you want to tell if you have termites now, or whether your house has been previously infested, keep a keen eye out for these sure signs.
Using these easy-to-follow tips, you can improve indoor air quality for the sake of your health and that of your family.