Efforts to find eco-friendly plumbing solutions are intensifying in Northglenn, as in many other places, and for good reason. The average household in the United States uses 10,000 gallons of water annually, with 27 percent of that figure coming from the plumbing system alone, according to the American Society of Plumbing Engineers. Despite all this water being used, it isn't just the household that reaps the rewards. A house that conserves water practices good plumbing, and that also means the household is more likely to save money on utility bills as well. Less water and less energy used to heat that water translates into cost savings. Furthermore, these two dual flush opportunities literally cut the number of "flushes" you can make in half.
One more sustainable plumbing option involves the use of tankless water heaters, which heat water on demand, rather than storing it, thus using less energy and providing an endless supply of hot water. These compact units usually last longer than their traditional tank counterparts, saving space and reducing the amount of waste that ends up in landfills. Another environmentally friendly alternative is solar water heating, which uses the ample sunshine that Northglenn enjoys to heat water without relying on fossil fuels. Because solar technologies can provide such substantial benefits, many plumbing companies that service Northglenn are now offering them, making the prospect of switching to this green living initiative all the more enticing.
If you want to make a positive change in the ecosystem, use pipe materials that are safe for the environment. Unfortunately, many plumbing systems today are not using safe materials. Traditional plumbing systems often rely on harmful substances like lead and PVC, which are bad for the environment and for our health when they degrade. New plumbing systems can—and should—be built using PEX and copper, which are both recyclable and have a minimal ecological impact. Additionally, plumbing systems that can use "greywater"—water that has been used for washing but is not contaminated enough that it can't be used again—can be installed to promote water conservation.
