Here in the Fort Walton Beach, FL and Santa Rosa
Beach, FL areas, we all know the importance of preserving water and energy. Not
only does this essential work preserve our environment for future generations,
it also helps us to save money for the here and now.
The talented plumbing contractors here at Acme
Plumbing are standing by to help local homeowners and business owners in their
quest to save water, energy, and money. To help, we’ve assembled this list of
the top five ways you can save on all three.
Find and fix all water leaks Water that goes down the drain is no use to anyone,
and you certainly won’t miss it. Some leaks are obvious, like the drip, drip,
drip of a malfunctioning faucet. Others take a bit more detective work to find.
In any case, if you have or suspect you have a water leak but don’t feel
confident in your ability to fix it yourself, give Acme Plumbing a call. One of our commercial or residential plumbers would be happy to help you, especially
if you need emergency plumbing services.
Consider a tankless water heater Tankless water heaters have many advantages over
traditional water heaters: they never run out of hot water, they last longer
than traditional water heaters, and they can help you save up to 20% on your
water heating bills. Since water heating accounts for about 20% of your total
energy bills, these are significant savings, and this can often pay for the extra expense of a tankless water heater. One of our plumbing contractors would
be happy to go over the pros and cons with you so that you can determine if
this is a wise investment for your home or business.
Consider replacing older appliances and fixtures with newer, more
efficient ones Replacing your older equipment with newer, more
efficient models can help you save money over time. And if the thought of
replacing your toilet or dishwasher out of the blue makes you balk, remember
that these types of improvements can easily be made if you’re renovating the
entire kitchen or bathroom. Adding water-saving features like faucet aerators
or low-flow shower heads just makes sense if you’re going to be replacing the
fixtures anyway.
Give your lawn and garden a
makeover Here in the Destin, FL area, we’re blessed with a
warm, humid climate that allows for growth all year round. Take advantage of
that by planting species in your garden that thrive in this area and get most
of the water they need from Mother Nature. You can also consider replacing
portions of your lawn with low-water plantings and beds. (Think of it this way:
it’s less you have to mow.)
Do you have a pool, as many families here in the
Panama City, FL and Crestview, FL area do? Make sure it’s covered when it’s not
in use. This is not only an important safety consideration; it also reduces the
amount of pool water you’ll lose to evaporation.
Remember that the little things add up You might not be in a position to undertake major
renovations or upgrades at this time. But there are small, easy things that you
can do every day to save on water. Over time, these savings will add up for you
and the environment.
Here are just a few small changes to get you
started:
- Only run major
water-using appliances, like the dishwasher and laundry machine, when
they’re full.
- Fill a large
bowl with water, then clean and peel your vegetables with that instead of
using running water.
- Use a screened
container (to prevent mosquitoes) to collect rainwater you can use to
water plants and the lawn.
- Use a broom to
clean off walkways, decks and porches, and driveways. Don’t hose it down.
- Water your lawn
only when absolutely necessary – about once a week.
- Don’t take
baths. Take short showers instead.
Remember, the plumbing contractors of Acme Plumbing are here to help you
with these and all of your other water-saving needs. Since we offer a full
slate of residential and commercial plumbing services, we can help you enjoy
significant savings at your home or business. Call us today to get started!
