EcoJoe Celebrates the Official Start of Summer.
YAY! Summer is officially here! St. Joe will be busy this summer helping folks sell their homes, but as summer starts this week, we want to share some tips to stay green this season!
Bamboo Dinner Plates ~ Say goodbye to paper-plates for those summer BBQ’s, these disposable bamboo plates are disposable and biodegrade within six months of use.
Find alternatives to staying cool ~ Give your air conditioner (and electricity bill) a break by opening your windows at night and letting the evening breeze cool your home! Buy a Deluxe Misting fan. These are really inexpensive and can give you a nice splash of energy when you’re feeling hot and lethargic.
Be conservative with your water ~ Water usage is a big deal throughout the US, especially during the summer. Watch what you use, only water plants when necessary, and use a rain barrel to collect water for extra watering.
Shop Local ~ Check out your local farmer’s markets for fresh fruits and vegetables. They are a great place to shop and can help you make sure the the food on your table didn’t travel hundreds of miles to get there. Local Harvest can help you find farmers markets, family farms and other resources to help keep your table green.
And don’t forget, there are plenty of reasons that summer is the best time to sell your home. If you are putting your house on the market this summer and need some extra intervention? Opt out of the traditional plastic St. Joseph statues and go with one of our earth-friendly EcoJoes!
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