FaucetDirect has a whole section of Eco-friendly products. Following, we are just going to show you a few products from their site. Proof that style and Eco-friendly products do co-exist!

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So there you have it, just a few examples of styles combined with Eco-friendliness! As you can see, it is possible to get some style in your bathroom – and saving money in the longer run on your water bill. Plus, you get to help conserve water. Not so bad, eh?

So starting now, we can begin to learn from our mistakes – which will help minimize the damage that will be felt in our future. So what can you do, other than recycling your trash and not littering?

• You can upgrade your appliances to ones that use less energy. Which will save you loads of money over time.
• You can buy tankless water heaters, that will use less energy to give you more hot water than you’ve ever imagined to be possible with tank water heaters – saving you much more money as well.
• You can buy a new electric car or a hybrid. This is expensive, but every person adds a hefty carbon footprint.
• There are many ways of using less energy. Use efficient bulbs, turn off/unplug what you are not using, etc.

Notice that all the above is about saving energy resources? Although, this will help our environment drastically – especially in high numbers… there is more we can and should be doing. One, is using sustainable resources to provide for our ever so high demands. Two, is saving water!!

Humans need water to exist.

We need to consume water and we need water to feed our crops and our livestock. So the simple fact that we do have a limited supply of drinking water, you should be able to imagine what the human species’ future looks like if we continue down the same path we are on. What can we do? Conserve our water usage. We can save drastic amounts due to the fact that we waste more than we need to survive.

So what can you do to save water?

• Manufacturers are beginning to produce highly effective low-flush/dual flush toilets, that will save much water. Will also save a lot of money, as well.
• Replace faucets and shower heads.
• Use water/energy efficient appliances.
• Consciously try to minimize the amount of water you use.

We think that TOTO is the way to go for replacing your plumbing.

Tips for purchasing Green Products:

1. Conserves resources.
2. Uses sustainable resources.
3. Most, if not all, parts are recyclable.

Remember: Upfront costs may seem high, but the reward for each cost will be worth it and will pay for itself and more in the years to come – and you also help our current economy conditions as well.

Questions

What types of jobs can your plumbing techs handle?
Do you detect leaky pipes?
What is your average response time?
How often do need to excavate a plumbing system and install a new one? Is this something that takes a massive amount of time?
What areas do you serve in the Denver Metro?
Can you install tankless water heaters, sump pumps and other systems for water heating?
What types of energy efficient systems do you install and repair for plumbing?