Dual flush toilets – save the world by flushing less water
Water efficient 6L toilets are available in many municipalities. A family of three would expect to save approximately 37L per day by replacing standard toilets with a 6L model. (CMHC Dec. 2006) Whether you are on a well or on municipal water, water savings can lessen the impact you make on the environment and reduce your water bills. The amount of water you…
Green stocking stuffer ideas for 2010
Deciding on the perfect gift to give your loved ones during the holiday season can be challenging—so here are some green stocking stuffer products to give you some ideas. These suggestions—the gifts outlined below—will help your family and friends reduce their environmental impact, or treat themselves a little this season with more sustainable, environmentally-friendly or socially conscious products. WWF-Canada: Wildlife…
holiday safety tips
Here are some great holiday safety tips from our friends at the Calgary Fire Service regarding Christmas trees: Get a freshly cut tree. It stays green longer and is less of a fire hazard Consider an artificial tree, they don’t smell as nice, but they are a lot safer Always test for freshness before buying. A tree with high moisture…
Myth #2: Sprinklers increase house damage
Fire Sprinklers Reduce Water Damage Fire hoses, on average, use more than 8 1/2 times the water that sprinklers do to contain a fire. According to the Scottsdale Report, a 15-year study of fire sprinkler effectiveness, a fire sprinkler uses, on average, 341 gallons of water to control a fire. Firefighters, on average, use 2,935. Reduced water damage is a…
myth #1: Smoke detectors are good enough
Many Canadians believe that they are adequately protected by their Smoke Detectors. The early detection of fire and smoke in your home is important, but often times homeowners have not maintained or correctly installed their detectors. When was the last time you checked your detector? Is there one on every level? How old is it? Is it hardwired into an…
sprinkler Myth-conceptions
Lately, I have been reading many on-line misconceptions surrounding the issue of residential sprinklers in homes. There are many common myths and bad information is as easy to find on the internet as good information. Foer this reason I will stick to the facts. Over the next few days I will submit verifiable information supporting the arguement for Residential Fire Sprinklers…
green power-easier than you think!
Gold Seal Homes has partnered with Bullfrog Power since 2008. Each home is constructed using renewable wind energy and our office is powered by Bullfrog. Did you know that it only costs pennies a day to power your home (lights, tv’s, stove, et-cetera) with wind generated energy? Sign up to our blog or add a comment below and be entered to…
New window Tech in Generations Homes
Murray explains the benefits of new window technology, and how this can reduce your energy bill, and enhance comfort. https://youtu.be/e4uHWMKarJ4?si=ChIx5hP0tWuPzVgq
Residential Sprinklers
Yesterday I attended a breakfast seminar on Residential Fire Sprinklers to new home builders in Calgary. Mr. Sean Pearce from the Canadian Automatic Sprinkler Assc. (CASA) presented current facts surrounding the installation of these life saving devices in new residential homes. As many of you know, Gold Seal has been offering sprinklers in all of our homes for 2 1/2…
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