ConstructionDeal.com Update

I'm a little late to the game, but I wanted to let everyone know that Earth Hour is this Saturday, March 28th, at 8:30.

What is Earth Hour?

There's a Climate Change conference coming in Copenhagen in December of 2009. Earth Hour is a way for people to vote for our planet and not for more policies that increase global warming. Earth Hour is a chance for as many people as possible to turn off their lights on Saturday, for one hour, and to make a statement.

Hopefully all those votes will be counted - you can start here at EarthHour.org for details on how you can make your vote really mean something - and the votes will be recognized at that conference on Climate Change.

Take a photo on the night, upload it to Flickr and add it to Earth Hour's flickr group and tag it with your city and country.

Make a video of your event, upload it to YouTube and add it to our YouTube group.

Blog about it, Twitter about it... do what you can.

Even if you don't want to document the event, just turn off your lights and hang out with family or friends, in the dark, and talk about it.

Remember - 8:30pm (your time zone) on Saturday, March 28th, 2009.

Make a difference.

Tell as many people as you can, too. Spread the word and we'll see what we can do...

And, if you're interested in reducing your carbon footprint on our planet even more, consider hiring a green remodeling company. Our green contractors can inspect your home and make recommendations to help you save energy, save money, and save the planet. Even if you're remodeling your kitchen, our contractors can help you go green with eco-friendly products and eco-friendly materials.

ConstructionDeal.com is a smart, fast, and easy way to find a green contractor - at no cost.

Labels: EarthHour, Global Warming, Green Renovation, VoteEarth

With energy prices skyrocketing, many contractors are getting lots of questions on how homeowners can save money on energy bills.

People are always interested in ways to cut down on their high fuel costs. But energy-efficient materials and appliances have always cost more and so, if it means a drastic spike in the total remodeling or construction bottom line, efficiency... goes out the window.

Many contractors would like use the more efficient materials but can sometimes lose the bid because of the higher overall cost.

ConstructionDeal.com would like to remind you that there is a little-known resource that may allow you use those energy efficient products - the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (EPACT). You can benefit from federal tax credits for using energy efficient appliances, materials and products. On top of that, you may be eligible for utility and state rebates and state tax incentives.

The Act could allow you to use those energy efficient materials when you remodel or build a new home. You can help save the environment and, at the same time, help lower your energy bills. Homeowners can install energy-efficient windows, insulation, doors, roofs, and heating and cooling equipment, and there are even tax credits available for contractors who install and construct energy-efficient appliances and buildings. This policy has been in place since January 1, 2006.

Check out the U.S. Department of Energy website for additional information.

If you're looking for a local expert for any of your green remodeling or home energy needs, post your project - at no cost - on the website!

We can help you find Solar Panel Installers. We can also help you find Wind Turbine Contractors, find Solar Water Heating Installers, and Green Home Remodelers.

It's a fast, free and easy way to find energy alternative pros.

Labels: Green Renovation, Solar Panel Installation