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Going Green Can $AVE Money

Putman and Sons Plumbing Go Green Save Money

Going green… Some popular media would count this as a fad while others find the merit in the prospects of environmental protection. The odd correlation that is hardly ever discussed is the fact that going green when implemented properly is a cost savings not just a resource savings. The EPA estimates that roughly 26% of domestic water usage is attributed to flushing the toilet. This number definitely varies greatly for a business let alone from one industry to another yet it is one of the quickest and simplest ways to start saving money. Installing a Dual Flush toilet for example can reduce water waste by up to 50% simply by having the option to flush solid waste the standard way or press a button to flush liquid waste. This uses less water for the liquid waste and saves you as a business or property owner that much more money.

Another point of savings is in your hot water. Why keep a full tank of water constantly hot when you can simply heat the amount of water you need to use? Most employees won’t be taking showers (unless that is part of your industry) and thus you won’t have to worry as much about heat consistency, but even if you replace one tank with three units you will still save energy and money simply not having to store the hot water. As a business the cost reduction would be worth the initial investment. Presuming the average cost of a Dual flush toilet is roughly $160-$200 per unit and the average employee uses 3.5 to 7 gallons per flush the cost of eliminating roughly half of that per person would recover the installation cost in just a few months. For more information  or for installation contact Putman & Son’s Plumbing.

Tips to Prevent Plumbing Problems during the Holidays

putman and sons holiday plumbing tips

The holidays are one of the most common times for plumbing problems to sprout up. The days after Thanksgiving are some of the busiest days in the year for plumbers. To avoid plumbing issues in your home, it is helpful to take a few preventative steps and be aware of what exactly can cause problems to sprout up during the holidays.

Never pour oil down the kitchen sink or other drain.

Although you may have excess oil waste from cooking during the holidays, it is important to never pour oil down your drain or your kitchen sink. Disposing oil down your drain can easily cause a drain to clog and totally block your plumbing system. Oil and grease can be allowed to congeal in a container and then disposed of in the trash or any receptacle in your area that is marked for cooking oil disposal.

Be careful of what you put in the garbage disposal.

Your garbage disposal can only dispose of certain food items; other items can cause it to clog or break down. You should avoid putting any grease or oil down the disposal, along with egg shells and any non-food items. Fibrous foods like potato peels, celery, asparagus, onion skins and others have fibers that can wrap around the blades of the disposal and affect the functioning of the motor.

Be conscientious of hot water use.

With more people in your home, the availability of hot water can quickly start to dwindle. Be careful of using washing machines and other appliances, so that you are not competing for hot water with the shower. Check back on our blog for more tips or call us 24/7 if you have any plumbing problems at all during the holidays.

When You Wish You Were in HOT WATER

Putman and Sons Plumbing When You Wish You Were in Hot Water

We receive many calls during the winter months to come out and service our customers who have hot water issues.

What you can do when you are IN THE COLD

  • Make sure your temperature setting is set correctly for the cold temperatures
  • If you have a gas water heater verify the pilot light is lit

It is best to service your hot water tank ahead of the cold weather to make sure it is in prime working condition. Ask about Putman & Son’s Plumbing annual service agreements so you are not caught out “in the cold”.

 

Ice Cold Shower?

Putman and Sons Ice Cold Shower

Many of us find out we have a broken or faulty water heater the moment we step in the shower and are shocked awake by a cascade of ice cold water. We depend greatly on hot water and therefore the boiler is of major importance. When the boiler breaks down, a loss of hot water in the house is the result. You may not need a new boiler. It may be a loose connection or a broken part that can easily be replaced. Many problems can be fixed with new heating supplies which can save you a lot of money. Call Putman & Son’s master plumbers and we will come out quickly to access your boiler and let you know the best fix for your particular problem.

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