Water and Energy Conservation Tips From Morning Noon And Night Plumbing

• Does your shower head need to be replaced? Here are a few steps that you should take to see if your in need of a more efficient replacement. You will need a bucket and a clock. 

1. Put the bucket under your showerhead.
2. Turn the shower on to the same pressure you would typically use during your shower.
3. Time how long it takes for the water to reach the one-gallon mark. If it takes fewer than 30 seconds then a more efficient showerhead would be beneficial. You could save 7.5 gallons of water per minute by replacing your showerhead!

• Consider replacing your current water heater with a tankless version. Rather than running constantly to store hot water like a traditional water heater, tankless water heaters produce 2 to 5 gallons of hot water per minute on demand. 

• Rather than running the tap until it gets cold, store water in your fridge. This cuts down on water waste. 

• A leaky faucet that drips once per second can waste more than 8 gallons a day. That's 3,000 gallons per year! Be sure to have all leaky faucets looked at by a professional. 

• Water pressure above 60 pounds per square inch in your home is harmful to your plumbing system and causes excessive water usage. Contact your local water company to find out what the water pressure is on your street. If it exceeds 60 pounds, consider installing a pressure reducing valve that limits the water pressure within your home.

• When shopping for a new washing machine or dishwasher, compare ratings among Energy Star models, especially those with adjustable load size and cycle settings. These can save up to 20 gallons of water per load, and energy, too. 

Contact Chicago area Morning Noon and Night Plumbing at 773-880-0072 for a thorough inspection, repair, or installation of your energy efficient appliance.