For most homes, the largest source of water use is the toilet. It is estimated that about a third of all the water used in a home can be attributed to toilets, a large amount when you consider all the other water fixtures that you use everyday. Water costs money, either directly through your municipal water bill or through other costs such as electricity or waste water costs. Since your toilet uses the most water, one of the best ways to stop flushing this water and money away is to reduce the water used with a water efficient toilet.
Improved Water Efficient Toilet Design
Many people are concerned that a water efficient toilet will not perform as well as older models. The fact is that many of the newer designs of efficient toilets actually perform better than models which use traditional design. Larger flapper valves, similar trapways and longer flush valves all can increase the productivity of the flushing aspect, while using less water to do so. These improvements can offer a savings of 20% on the water that gets flushed down the toilet, a substantial savings over the many years that the toilet will be in service.
If it is time to replace your older toilet with a new, water efficient model, you will want the help of an experienced plumber. For most people, installing a new toilet is not a do-it-yourself project they want to undertake. A professional can give you recommendations on the brands and models of low-flow toilets which offer the best performance. Once you choose the right model for your home, your local plumber can ensure that your new toilet is installed correctly and properly sealed so that it will last for many years to come.
Posted on behalf of Kiddco Plumbing, Inc.
