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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Celebrate Earth Day By Making Your Plumbing Eco-Friendly

Happy Earth Day!

Looking to make your home more eco-friendly today?  Greening your plumbing system can be a big step towards making your home more sustainable!

Here are a few tips to help get you started on the road to reducing your environmental impact.

Green Plumbing Tips:

  • Install Low-Flow Toilets - Did you know that your toilet is responsible for about 27% of the water consumed in your home?  Replacing your old toilet with a low-flow model is a great place to start when making your bathroom more eco-friendly.
  • Upgrade to Low-Flow Shower Heads - Taking shorter showers is definitely one way to cut back on water use, but you should also consider installing a low-flow shower head.  These shower heads cut drastically cut down on your water usage.
  • Upgrade Your Water Heater - New water heater efficiency standards were put into effect this month.  This means that newer water heaters are more efficient at providing your home with hot water.  You can even update to a tankless water heater that saves energy by heating water as you use it.
  • Fix Leaks - Faucet leaks can easily go unfixed in a busy household.  However, they can account for almost 20 gallons of water waste per day!  Fixing a leaky faucet is good for the environment, and your bank account.
Read more about how you can green your home plumbing for Earth Day here and here.  


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