by Jon Terry | Apr 30, 2013 | Colorado Living, Green Home Tips
With the celebration of Earth Day last week, being mindful of water conservation is essential. We need to keep conservation on our minds all year long. In addition to saving money on your utility bill, water conservation helps prevent water pollution in nearby lakes,...
by Jon Terry | Nov 2, 2012 | Green Home Tips
With the housing market recovery beginning to take shape, we see green home construction and remodeling on the rise as consumers look to combine home comfort with energy efficiency and cost savings. However, home appraisals have traditionally ignored the value added...
by Jon Terry | Nov 1, 2011 | Around The Home, Blog, Colorado Living, Green Home Tips, Home Owner Energy Tips, Residential Real Estate, Selling a Home
According to the Sierra Club, as the average U.S. home size increases, demanding more energy and materials, living smaller is a surefire way to reduce your ecological footprint. It’s also an opportunity to enjoy thoughtful design and a simpler lifestyle. To...
by Jon Terry | Apr 20, 2011 | Blog, Green Home Tips
Have you ever stopped to consider whether the products you use to clean your home are safe for you and your family? This blog is not meant to alarm anyone. It is meant to help educate. In times past, I have felt helpless and I have wondered what I can do to make a...
by Jon Terry | Mar 3, 2011 | Blog, Green Home Tips
Sometimes, we at Alaris like to write articles of general interest that does not directly affect buying and selling homes. We have a growing interest in building communities. Toward that end, we wanted to tell you about the concept of community gardens. With most...