Plumbing Services That Prevent Water Wasting at Home
The average American household wastes 180 gallons of water or more a week. That’s about enough water to fill a hot tub. When it comes to being greener at home for Earth Day, saving water is a great place to start.
When it comes to saving water, most homeowners think of energy-efficient dishwashers, cutting shower times down, and turning off the faucet when brushing teeth. These are all excellent options to help save water in the home, but there are other cost-effective, professional ways to save water and money with a plumbing professional.
Annual Plumbing Inspections
What does an annual plumbing inspection have to do with saving water? Think of annual plumbing inspections as the check-up for a home’s pipes and drains. A quality plumber will inspect every nook and cranny that water flows through in the home. During the inspection, the faucets, toilet, drains, and pipes get inspected for any slow-flow issues, leaks, or damage.
The benefits of annual plumbing inspections are invaluable. Not only do they allow plumbers to catch problems early, but they also improve the lifespan of pipes, clear out any clogs that might contribute to water waste, and keep the pipes prepared for seasonal changes. They are the perfect preventative step to identify any areas prone to water waste.
Leak Solutions
Quite a bit of water gets wasted due to leaks in a home’s plumbing. Leaks in a home can waste up to 90 gallons a day. Homeowners often suspect a leak when water bills have spiked or when leaks have progressed to producing mold, mildew, or water stains in the home.
When it comes to detecting and solving leaks, plumbers can do it faster and sooner than a homeowner might expect. Plumbers have specific tools designed to locate hidden leaks. Listening discs may be employed to track the tell-tale noises of water leaks (drips, rushing water, etc.), or thermal scanners may be used to find any drastic temperature changes in the pipes indicating a problem.
Once a leak has been detected, a plumber may employ a video inspection tool to investigate the size and possible cause. From there, the plumber will be able to diagnose the cause and get started fixing the leak.
Fixing a leak is a lot cheaper when it’s caught early. Unchecked leaks can lead to thousands of dollars in flooding damage and may require repiping in extreme cases. Plus, when a leak is fixed, water bills drop.
Toilet Solutions
Flushing toilets waste a ton of water. It’s an unfortunate side-effect of modern convenience. But, there are ways to reduce the amount of water wasted.
A plumber can inspect a toilet and tell homeowners when it’s wasting more water than normal. If a toilet is constantly running or refilling the tank when it hasn’t been flushed, it’s wasting water. If the toilet has a small leak around the base, it’s wasting water.
Or, if the toilet is older than 1992, it’s probably wasting water. Toilets made between 1980 and 1992 use about 3.5 gallons per flush. Toilets older than that average at 7 gallons per flush. Toilets circa 1993 and up are just more efficient.
Plumbers can fix leaking toilets and running toilets pretty easily. But, when toilets have aged beyond twenty years, they need to be replaced. If a home is looking to save water, homeowners could consider installing a low-flow toilet that uses only 1.5 gallons of water per flush. A handy plumber can take care of a toilet installation in a couple of hours!
From inspections to toilet installations, a trustworthy local plumber can make saving water easier for homeowners.
About All Clear Plumbing
For over half a century, All Clear Plumbing has solved plumbing and heating problems for their Belleville, NJ neighbors. The team at All Clear Plumbing strives to solve any plumbing or HVAC problem quickly and affordably, so homeowners can get back to their day. Their experts are ready to take on any project, from a small inspection to plumbing or AC installation. Call now for plumbing services.
