Eco-Friendly Plumbing Options

Introduction

If you're ready to take the next step in reducing your home's environmental impact and lowering your utility bills, consider upgrading your plumbing. Plumbing is a big part of our homes' comfort, efficiency and environmental impact--and it's easy to do something about!

1. Use a water-saving showerhead

A water-saving showerhead is a great way to save money and energy. While you may not be able to go back in time and change how we use water, there are some simple ways that you can reduce your consumption of this precious resource.

A good option for eco-friendly plumbing would be a high-efficiency (HE) showerhead that doesn't waste as much water as standard models do. This type of product uses less than half the amount of water needed by a regular model, which means less flow through pipes and thus less heat generated by evaporation from boiler systems or electric pumps that push hot water into homes during cold months. As well as helping reduce energy costs for heating systems, HE showers also have lower maintenance costs because they don't need frequent replacement parts such as cartridges or spray bars like others do over time due to constant wear down due to normal usage patterns where dirt builds up inside them over time which requires cleaning out regularly so there's no buildup inside either!"

2. Avoid using the sink in the bathroom

If you are a bathroom-user, the first thing to consider is how you intend to wash your hair and body. The second thing: can you avoid using the sink in your bathroom?

If so, then there are several options available to make this possible. You can use a hand-held shower or head butler or even better yet—a hand held handheld shower head with hose attachment! This will eliminate having any sort of plumbing fixtures in your bathroom at all; however it does require purchasing additional products that may be extra expensive depending on where you live (or if they're available in other countries).

If this option is too expensive for what little savings it offers over simply not having plumbing fixtures altogether then consider using one of these three other methods instead:

3. Install a rainwater collection system

A rainwater collection system is a small system that collects and stores rainwater in order to use it for irrigation. This can be done by installing a catchment tank, which is usually located at the top of the house. The tank has an outlet that sends water down through pipes into your yard or garden.

You can collect up to two inches (5 cm) of rain per hour from average conditions, but you'll need more if you live in an area with heavy rainfall or dry winters. You'll want to install one collector per acre of land where you plan on using this water—this includes outdoor areas like patios, decks and carports as well as indoor spaces such as basements and bathrooms

4. Use recycled toilet paper instead of toilet paper

Recycled toilet paper is a great option for eco-friendly plumbing. It's more expensive than regular, but it's also more environmentally friendly and durable.

If you're looking to save money by using recycled toilet paper in your home, there are two ways to go about it:

• Buy an eco-friendly brand of recycled tissue like Charmin Ultra Strong or Scott Naturals Premium Tissue; these brands tend to be cheaper than other brands because they use less packaging material (i.e., cardboard), which means they don't need as much packaging material overall.*
• Buy bags that come with their own dispenser (like the ones pictured above). These will cost more than single-use packets but cut down on waste significantly since no one ever has to throw away their used tissues!

5. Use an energy-efficient light bulb (incandescent)

• Incandescent bulbs are the most energy-efficient light source you can use. They produce light by heating a filament until it glows, but they don't last as long and don't get as bright.
• Their price tag is higher than that of CFLs or LEDs, but they're still cheaper than some other options (like compact fluorescents).
• Because they're more expensive than compact fluorescent lights, most people think that INCABs will cost them more money over time—but this isn't true! The actual cost per year depends on your usage habits: if you have an average amount of electricity used per month or year and have been using incandescent bulbs since 2000 in your home (a common recommendation), then replacing them with CFLs would be less expensive overall because not only do you save on electricity bills but also reduce greenhouse gases associated with burning fossil fuels for electricity production purposes (which comes directly from coal plants).

6. Install a low flow toilet flapper valve

A low flow toilet flapper valve is one of the most eco-friendly plumbing options. Low flow toilets use less water and can save you money, time, energy and/or water.

Low Flow Toilet Flappers: These valves are a great way to go green when it comes to your home's plumbing needs. They work by reducing the amount of water that flows through each flush, which reduces waste and conserves resources!

7. Install water-efficient faucets, showers and toilets

Installing water-efficient faucets, showers, and toilets is a great way to reduce water consumption and lower your monthly utility bills. These fixtures are designed to use less water than traditional models, without sacrificing performance or comfort. For example, a water-efficient showerhead can use up to 40% less water than a standard model, while still providing a satisfying flow of water. Low-flow toilets, on the other hand, can save up to 4,000 gallons of water per year compared to older models.

In addition to the financial benefits, installing water-efficient fixtures also has environmental benefits. According to the EPA, if every household in the US installed water-efficient fixtures, we could save over 3 trillion gallons of water and more than $18 billion in water and energy costs per year. By reducing water consumption, we can also reduce the strain on our water resources and help preserve our planet's natural resources. Installing water-efficient fixtures is a simple and effective way to conserve water, save money, and protect the environment.

Plumbing is a big part of your home's comfort, efficiency and environmental impact

Conclusion

As you can see, there are many ways to live more eco-friendly and save money! If you're not already doing so, start by making these changes to your plumbing system today. You'll be glad you did in the long run!