Green Plumbing Tips for St. Patrick’s Day!

3 Easy Ways To Go Green This St. Patrick’s Day!

Want to learn how to be eco-friendly? There is a lot that residents and homeowners can do to lower water consumption and help the environment. The idea of ‘green’ is expanding as more and more companies are selling appliances and fixtures that save and reduce water and energy usage.

Not only do environmentally friendly techniques help save the world, but they are useful enough to also lower water and energy bills! Who doesn’t want to save money each month? Below are three exceptional tips to become more ‘green’ this St. Patrick’s Day!

Use Eco-Friendly Appliances & Fixtures

Where do homeowners start when looking for eco-friendly techniques? Their appliances and fixtures! Small changes to eco-friendly appliances can make all the difference.

For example, some companies sell green appliances like washing machines and stoves that use minimal water and energy to function. These water-saving features aid in lowering the energy bill. Residents shouldn’t worry about not having enough water to clean clothes; these environmentally-friendly appliances work efficiently!

Other water-saving appliances often forgotten about are toilets and showerheads. Some toilets use a minimal water supply to push waste away! Instead of overusing water, residents should ask a plumbing contractor for options on ‘green’ bathroom appliances.

Practice “Green” Habits

Green habits are easy to practice once residents get the hang of them. Even the smallest changes can make a big difference to water consumption and waste. Plumbers and experts push for water conservation by encouraging clients and the general public to turn off the water when it is not in use.

For example, when a homeowner brushes their teeth, the water should only be on for a short while to add water to their brush. As tempting as leaving the water running is, this leads to waste as the water flushes out.

Flushing Flushable Items

Inorganic materials get pushed to water reservoirs and oceans. With nowhere to go these materials float away and can get caught on animals. Instead of flushing down non-biodegradable options, homeowners can set up a trash system to discard items like non-flushable wipes and sanitary products.

Flushing non-organic items can damage the plumbing leading to large blockages and flooding. To avoid this, simply discard non-biodegradable objects and items in the garbage. Flooding causes damage to a home leading to water damage in the form of black mold, a common allergen expressed by many homeowners.

About All Clear Plumbing

All Clear Plumbing has been servicing the Essex County area for over 60 years and will happily continue to help out their community. With various maintenance plans, warranties, and helpful customer service, this company has a solution for all homes. Call now for eco-friendly plumbing!

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