This section of our website includes information and resources on topics related to the physical aspects of housing, including energy conservation, indoor air quality, water purity, safety in the home, and home maintenance and repairs.
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Water Testing
Find local and regional testing labs that can perform microbiological, organic and inorganic analyses of your household's water, and general information on water testing.
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local materials
Using local building materials helps reduce environmental and transportation costs of construction. Find local suppliers through our Local Building Materials Initiative.
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CHOOSE WISELY
Making wise utility choices is the focus of this FREE program with Mike Danaher of the NY State Attorney General's Office on 6/14. Question & Answer period follows.
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GREEN BUILDING
For a wide range of reliable resources and educational programs on the topic of sustainable building methods and materials, visit CCE-Tompkins' Green Building Program pages!
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LEAD PAINT
The greatest exposure to lead in our current environment is the lead-based paint found in older homes. Find information here on risks and testing.
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RENTING
Find information here on tenant-landlord issues, including a model lease, City of Ithaca Code, NY State Tenants' Rights Guide, and how to get your security deposit back!
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RADON
Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers. Do you know what radon is? Where it is? How to test for it?
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MAKE YOUR OWN!
You can make just about any cleaning product you need from lemons, baking soda and vinegar. Find out how here on our website!
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BE PREPARED
Learn about flood recovery and find links to resources on a range of topics in emergency preparedness, such as fires, infectious diseases, natural disasters, and more.
