Water conservation is extremely
important. Here are some ways you
can do your part:
•
Don't use excessive
amounts of detergents,
bleach or chemicals that
may kill the natural
bacteria in your septic
system.
•
Use biodegradable soaps
and detergents.
•
To prevent excessive
watering of your lawn in
the summertime, purchase
an inexpensive
spring-loaded timer which
attaches directly to your
outside faucet. This will
prevent overwatering in
case you forget to shut
off the sprinkler.
•
Water pressure in your home above
60 pounds per square inch is
harmful to your plumbing system
and will cause excessive water
usage. Contact your local water
authority to find out what the
water pressure is on your street.
If it exceeds 60 pounds, consider
installing a pressure reducing
valve that will limit the water
pressure within your home.
•
Check your water meter during a
period of time when no water is
being used. Make a note of the
meter reading and check it 8 to 10
hours later. If the meter has
moved, there is an indication that
you may have an undetected water
leak, which should be corrected.
•
Toilets consume more than 40% of
your total water usage.
Installation of a new toilet
flapper and fill valve will keep
your toilet running efficiently.
•
Conserve energy by checking the
temperature setting on your water
heater. It should not be above 120°F
or medium setting on older models.
•
Replacing an old shower head can
save up to 7.5 gallons of water
per minute without sacrificing
full spray action at low or high
water pressures.
•
A dripping faucet can waste as
much as 150 gallons of water each
day, or 4,500 gallons per month.
Repair the faucet to save water
and reduce your water bill.
The Pipe Doctor Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning (516) 295-2448
