Some simple fixes can add up to some major savings!
What seems like a minor problem may surprise you how much money and energy can be saved by a quick fix when you nip the drip!
- Fix a leaky faucet, save 20 gallons a day!
Leaky faucets are typically a simple fix that can save you major water. Usually the cause of these leaky faucets are worn out washers, you can either pull out the Do- It – Yourself book or if you want to save time and rest easy that the job was done correctly call PARKS’.
- Fix a leaky toilet, save 30 gallons a day
- Replace an old toilet with a low flush toilet, save 40.5 gallons a day.
A leaky toilet can be a simple fix as well, if you’re mechanically inclined. Most leaky toilets often mean you need a new one, especially if your current toilet is ten or fifteen years old. By replacing the toilet with a low-flow toilet you can save up to 5 gallons per flush. You can save even more water with a dual flush toilet, this gives the option to flush solids or liquids. The savings add up quickly, more so if you avoid using the toilet as an ashtray or wastebasket. This can add up to conserving 400- 600 gallons per month.
- Repair an outdoor pipe leak or broken sprinkler head, save 20 gallons a day
- Repair a leak around the pool or spa pumps, save 20 gallons a day.
Simply replacing your showerhead with a new efficient model drastically cuts water consumption from 500 to 800 gallons per month, while you still enjoy excellent shower power. Current energy guidelines recommend a 2.5 gallons per minute (GPM) rating. Placing aerators on three kitchen and bath fixtures saves 14 gallons a day, while retaining excellent water pressure.
