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It’s Time to Go Low Flow!

Due to the usage of the new low-flow plumbing fixtures such as toilets, faucets and shower heads, there has been an enormous reduction in water usage during the past several years. This was initiated in the 1990’s when various energy laws were implemented in the U.S. and Europe to ensure water conservation. Today many homes and businesses have installed these low-flow fixtures that save money and water.

Improvements That Save

Reducing one’s water usage has immense benefits. It will conserve and ensure that your community’s water supply and energy is protected. Installing low-flow fixtures will conserve but they will not reduce performance. If a toilet was installed prior to 1994, you should consider replacing it with a low-flow model, which uses 1.6 gallons per flush of water.

Since these new toilets use less water than traditional models, they are not as large, so it also creates more space in a bathroom. Water conservation doesn’t stop here: by replacing a traditional shower head for a low-flow model, water use can be reduced up to 70%. Several brands of these new shower heads are high-efficient yet still provide a forceful shower stream.

These ultimately will save your money on monthly bills but they also reduce water heater demands. Faucets can also be included in the conservation process as they have been created with low-flow features that reduce water consumption up to 60%.

Our Responsibility

By opting for appropriate bathroom fixture equipment, you save water and money. When you think about it, it is the responsibility of all individuals, home and business owners to reduce water usage, which can be accomplished by replacing traditional fixtures with low-flow models. By installing low-flow toilets, faucets and shower heads, you can make a big difference to our environment by conserving water.

Additionally many utility companies and cities may provide rebates or some incentives when traditional bathroom fixtures are replaced with those that is high-efficiency so be sure to contact your local agency representative.

A Bit of Homework

If you consider this smart move and purchase a low-flow faucet, shower head or/and toilet, simply do a bit of homework to compare the various brands available or talk with your plumber. Check out reviews concerning specific products that hold your interest and stem from customers who already purchased them for use. Remember that some brands are better at disposing waste than other brands.

Don’t delay. Give Fix It Fast Plumbing a call at (805) 623-4417 to save money and lower the carbon footprint of your Simi Valley home!