A refillable water bottle can save you hundreds of dollars over single-use ones, but it can also get pretty gross if you don’t give it a little TLC.
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It’s important to maintain your appliances to ensure that they work efficiently. Simple tasks like replacing air filters and cleaning condenser coils will help prevent costly repairs or premature replacement.
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The chemicals in many cleaning products have been linked to a number of serious health issues. But even if you aren’t concerned about the health impact, there are natural options that are not only safer, but they’ll also save you money.
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Most cleaning products are packaged in plastic these days. But plastic-free alternatives have several advantages, like saving space and money and avoiding harmful microplastics.
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Washing dishes is one of the daily tasks that is hard to avoid, but there are ways to make the job cheaper, easier, and better for the environment.
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Especially in the warmer months, evidence of an old or defective AC unit will show up in our energy bills. But in some cases, it’s hard to tell what’s costing you.
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Keeping up with a full household worth of chores is never easy work, but by using safe, natural cleaning supplies that work in multiple rooms and surfaces, we can make things a little easier on ourselves.
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Air ducts are one of the most secretive ways our homes can cost us money. It’s easy to forget about them, but leaving them dirty or unsealed could lead to a major spike in heating and cooling costs.
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Research shows that outdoor air quality is getting worse — and not just in areas where wildfires are common. One of the only things we can really control is the air inside our homes, but it’s a hard concern to stay on top of.
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Beyond the health benefits, making your own natural cleaning products can save you nearly $1,000 over a 10-year span. That said, it takes time, effort, and certainly some know-how to DIY-ify your cleaning cabinet.
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