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Water-Efficient Landscaping in California

by Emily Barriere | December 27, 2024 | Environmentalism | 0 Comments

Water-Efficient Landscapes in California Creating water-efficient landscapes in California is crucial due to the state’s ongoing drought conditions and its focus on sustainability. While Americans often take fresh water for granted, the United Nations reported in 2022...

HVAC Efficiency Ratings

by Emily Barriere | March 18, 2024 | Energy Efficiency | 0 Comments

Do HVAC Efficiency Ratings Matter? When deciding what HVAC equipment to install, efficiency ratings are the key to differentiating between various makes and models. Without a basic understanding of efficiency ratings, it's much like trying to interpret a foreign...

Cost Effective Energy-Efficient Upgrades

by Emily Barriere | December 28, 2023 | Energy Efficiency | 0 Comments

Which Energy-Efficient Upgrades Should I Choose? Frequently, we get the question about the most cost-effective upgrades when remodeling older homes. Many homeowners have concerns about their energy bills but don't want to spend an enormous amount on energy-efficient...

I Madonnari Chalk Festival

by Emily Barriere | May 27, 2021 | Current Events | 0 Comments

Tradition at the Mission If you're a Santa Barbara native or have ever visited the city, you may have heard about the I Madonnari Chalk Festival. Annually, this festival takes place in late May, featuring dozens of eye-catching artworks. Traditionally, local artists...

Energy Efficiency Incentives for Buildings in California

by Emily Barriere | May 20, 2021 | Efficiency Incentives and Rebates, Energy Efficiency | 0 Comments

What are Energy-Efficient Incentives?: Incentives provide support for builders and energy consumers to access efficiency. The California Energy Commission (CEC) is a hot topic for debate in the construction industry, indefinitely. That's because they are responsible...

Loans for Energy Efficiency Improvements

by Emily Barriere | May 14, 2021 | Efficiency Incentives and Rebates, Resources & References | 0 Comments

Assistance Programs for Energy Efficiency Improvements Energy efficiency improvements are becoming sought-after resources in Real Estate. Why? Well, the benefits are undeniable: improved value, creature comfort, durability, environmental impact, and more. If you are...

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