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Energy Star and WaterSense Labeled Products: Setting the Standard for Faucets, Toilets, Showerheads and More
In-home appliances and fixtures, two names have become synonymous with energy and water efficiency: Energy Star and WaterSense. You’ve probably seen their labels on various products, but have you ever wondered what they represent and why they matter? In this blog, we’ll look closer at Energy Star and WaterSense, demystifying their significance and explaining why […]
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Water Conservation Matters: Small Changes Lead to Big Results
Do you ever worry about how much water you’re using? Have you considered the long-term effects of your home’s water consumption and conservation habits? As a homeowner, understand the significance of water usage and conservation in today’s world. Despite being one of our most abundant natural resources, fresh water has become increasingly scarce due to […]
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The Only Ways To Get Hot Water On-Demand
Like so many of us, we turn on the shower before we’re ready to step in. We know in advance that it seems to take forever for the water to heat up. We even feel a little guilty about all the water wasted. Like so many of us, we turn on the shower before we’re […]
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Money, Water, And Energy Saving Plumbing Tips For Your Home
We all want to save money and make a good investment. Some of us may even have a little in the stock market. If it goes up, we get excited; if it goes down, we start to worry. Our house is an investment. But, by taking it a step further, your home could significantly save […]
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The Complete Scoop On Low Flow Shower Heads And More
Let’s face it, there is not a day that goes by that we don’t hear about the drought in California. Our politicians have reminded us about the drought just about every year, and rightly so. However, there is another concern when it comes to water, and that’s the population in California. We have doubled in […]
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Low Flow Shower Heads Are Making a Huge Difference
How would you define low-flow shower heads? It is a showerhead that will make your home more water-efficient by decreasing the volume of water we waste. Shower heads obviously do not influence how long your shower will be; however, they can aid in saving money on heating the water. In actuality, heating water is the average […]
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One Trillion Gallons Of Water Wasted Annually Because Of Household Water Leaks
Yes, one trillion gallons of water gets wasted each year, according to WaterSense, a division of (EPA) the Environmental Protection Agency. During March of each year, the EPA sponsors a campaign called “Fix a Leak Week” to encourage homeowners to fix the leaks in their homes. But, it doesn’t stop there. We should be vigilant […]
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How To Prevent A $23,000 Water Bill
If you don’t stay on top of your home’s plumbing system, you might get an outrageous water bill like this $23,063.01. You’re probably asking yourself if that really happened. The answer is yes, it did happen. Loretta Maddox of Dekalb County in Decatur, Georgia, received a water bill for over $23,063.01. The Georgia homeowner said that while […]
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We All Need To Do Our Part To Save Water In California
What do I need to do to save water in California? If we’re honest with ourselves, you would have to agree that we’re creatures driven for pleasure. For some, we would call it a good quality of life. Most of us think we deserve certain treatment. For example, if we put in a hard day’s […]
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Time To Hire A Water Leak Detection Specialist
Water leaks come in all shapes and sizes, and for many, they are undetectable. That’s when you need to call in an expert water leak detection specialist. A water leak specialist is a highly skilled plumber with the experience and expertise in leak detection. Our water leak detection specialists at Big B’s Plumbing get equipped […]
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Water Conservation Is No Mystery In California
Water conservation is no mystery in most states, especially in California. Water is now one of our most precious resources. Estimates can vary, but the average person consumes between 80 and 100 gallons of water every day for domestic use, according to USGS.com (United States Geological Survey). Are you shocked at that number? Even more shocking is that the […]
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Water Saving Products – Time To Get On Board
Saving water isn’t just for our current generation but generations to come. Make a point of buying products with the WaterSense label to save you water and money. Created in 2006, WaterSense is an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-sponsored program. The primary purpose is to protect the water supply in the US. They do that by […]
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