More plumbers today are using environmentally-friendly practices. An eco-friendly plumber can use various techniques to improve energy efficiency and water conservation. There are a number of environmentally-friendly practices that plumbers and homeowners can use.
What Homeowners Can do to Save Water and Energy
Replace all of the Appliances
An eco-friendly plumber can replace all of the appliances in your home with new and efficient models. Old appliances will cause you to spend a lot more money on your energy bill.
An old water heater can also cause you to have to spend a lot more money on your water bill because it uses a lot of water. An old washing machine can also use a lot more water than a new one. Additionally, a plumber can install a new toilet in your home. Old toilets use a lot of unnecessary water. There are new toilets that have two flush options. It is a good idea to select appliances that are from the Energy Star organization. You may have to pay more for Energy Star appliances. However, the savings that you get overtime will make the money you invest well worth it.
Grey Water System
You can have a plumber install a system in your home that catches gray water. Grey water is what goes down your drain when you use your dishwasher, sink or laundry room. It is estimated that 80 percent of the gray water in homes goes to waste. If you have a gray water system, then the grey water can be used to flush the toilet.
Rain Water Harvester
You can have a rain water harvester installed outside of your house. A rainwater harvester does not have to be a complex system. You can put a tank at the top of your roof. You can also put a tank underneath the drain. You can use the rainwater for all of your needs. You can even purify it and drink it.
Take a Quick Shower or Bath
You can make a few adjustments in your lifestyle to save water. You can save a lot of water by taking a five-minute shower or bath.
Wash Your Clothing in Cold Water
You can save energy by washing your clothing in cold water. You will not necessarily get your clothing any cleaner by washing it in warm water. You will also need to make sure that you use the correct load size. You will use a lot of water unnecessarily if you wash a small load on a large-load cycle.
Eco-Friendly Practices That Plumbers Use
Trenchless Sewer Installation
In the past, if a plumber wanted to repair, clean or replace a sewer, then they would have to dig up land. This can cause serious damage to the yard. If a plumber does trenchless sewer installation, then they will only have to small one or two small holes to get to the sewer. This will minimize the impact that is done to the environment.
Recycling and Reusing Materials
Plumbers can contribute a lot of the carbon footprint. However, they can reduce their carbon footprint by recycling the materials that are collected from plumbing projects. For example, if a plumber has leftover metal piping from a plumbing project. They can convert the metal into another product. They can also use it for smelting.
Energy-Efficient Equipment
Plumbers can reduce their carbon footprint by using energy-efficient equipment. Energy-efficient equipment is able to get the job done just as well.
