While toilets are not something that the typical resident spends much time thinking about, these fixtures are important for a more sustainable future. They also affect your pocketbook more than you might expect. One of the biggest gains in water conservation and financial savings is due to the advent of low-flow toilets. Here is a rundown of why you should consider having your plumber install this type of unit. 

Why Does Conserving Water Matter?

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), over 40 states will likely have to deal with water shortages by 2024, making conservation a high priority for all citizens of the United States. Due to higher rates of evaporation from a warming climate, growing demands from the population, and a huge agricultural sector of the economy, water will soon become scarcer. Surprisingly, the biggest user of water in the home is the toilet; every time you flush a traditional toilet, it uses several gallons.

How Do Low-Flow Toilets Work?

One way to help address the conservation issue is by using less water in your home and having a plumber install a low-flow toilet. They use fewer gallons by relying on one of two approaches—gravity or pressure. In gravity toilets, released water will pour down and then take the waste with it. When you have a pressure toilet, compressed air acts as the force propelling the water. Because these types of toilets use only around one or two gallons per flush, water is conserved, and you also have the potential to save hundreds of dollars on your water bill over the course of the year. As a bonus, many municipalities offer rebates on low-flow toilets since you’re helping out the region with your purchase.  

What Should You Consider for Your Next Toilet?

You should look for a low-flow toilet that has a high-efficiency rating. The more efficient the fixture is, the less water it will use per flush. The best way to verify that is by checking for a “WaterSense” label, which is provided by the EPA. Every WaterSense toilet goes under significant testing to ensure that they never use more than 1.28 gallons for each flush. 

If you’re ready to upgrade your toilet to low flow, discuss the installation plan with Disponette Service in Lexington, KY. Serving the community for over four decades, the family-owned HVAC company has also earned an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau^®. Fully licensed, bonded, and insured, the plumber can help you set up your new low-flow toilet or assist with other tasks such as backflow testing. To schedule an appointment with the team, call (859) 255-7157, or learn more about the plumbers by visiting their website.