{"id":1294,"date":"2016-06-15T04:53:13","date_gmt":"2016-06-15T04:53:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tureksplumbing.com\/?p=1294"},"modified":"2022-11-28T11:51:30","modified_gmt":"2022-11-28T17:51:30","slug":"water-efficiency-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tureksplumbing.com\/blog\/fox-valley-plumber\/water-efficiency-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Water Efficiency Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><b><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1303\" src=\"http:\/\/www.tureksplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/final-final-1-1-300x199.png\" alt=\"water efficiency tips\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tureksplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/final-final-1-1-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tureksplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/final-final-1-1-1024x678.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.tureksplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/final-final-1-1-768x509.png 768w, https:\/\/www.tureksplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/final-final-1-1.png 1332w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/b><\/h2>\n<h2><b>Water Efficiency Tips<\/b><b> for Smart Households<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With La Ni\u00f1a on the way, experts are not expecting the 4-year drought in California to back down anytime soon. Authorities are now busy with emergency drought regulations to mitigate the consequences of such a long-standing water crisis. Residents still have to make do with widespread water use restrictions. Thus, even if you live in a state that is unaffected by drought, it still pays to look into how you can further conserve water in your area and contribute to the benefit of the greater population.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Drought Statistics<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Latest statistics from the United States Drought Monitor show that 20.46 percent of Wisconsin is considered abnormally dry \u2013 the lowest level of drought intensity \u2013 and that no one in the state is affected by it. Still, the California drought has become an eye-opener for many, and they are now researching for more <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">water efficiency tips<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the aim to change how they use water in their household. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Implementing water conservation measures in the home can benefit the homeowner, since utility bills become lower as the consumption of water decreases. Most importantly, your water-saving habits will benefit the community \u2013 every drop matters when it comes to the smart and responsible use of water resources.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Working with the Right Plumber<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To strengthen your water-saving efforts, it pays to work with an eco-friendly <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">plumber in Fox Valley<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <a title=\"Get help from a professional\" href=\"http:\/\/www.tureksplumbing.com\/contact-us\/\">Get help from a professional<\/a> so the initiatives and projects you undertake will be sure to deliver the highest impact. With the help of a trusted plumber, you can: <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Detect leaks and other faulty components in your plumbing system to make sure clean, useful water isn\u2019t simply going down the drain. Keep in mind that this is how much water you are wasting: at least 20 gallon wasted daily due to a dripping faucet and thousands of gallons annually due to a leaking toilet. \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have detected the problem areas, make the necessary repairs and upgrades. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look into switching to high-efficiency fixtures such as water-saving toilets, performance pressure showers and water-efficient faucets. Additional enhancements such as installing pressure-reducing valves can also bring noticeable results. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complement your professional <a title=\"water-saving plumbing projects\" href=\"http:\/\/www.tureksplumbing.com\/plumbing-services\/\">water-saving plumbing projects<\/a> with some behavior and lifestyle changes. These steps might be small, but working together, they can deliver outstanding results and give you the best personalized water efficiency tips. <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always make sure to turn faucets off when not in use. Don\u2019t leave the water flowing while brushing your teeth, soaping the dishes or applying shampoo during a shower.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look into reducing or temporarily stopping high water consumption activities, such as watering your lawn or using a hose to clean outdoor areas. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strategically operate appliances that use water. For instance, choose full load when using your washing machine or dishwasher to tackle more clothes or dishes while maintaining optimal water and energy use. \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Water Efficiency Tips for Smart Households With La Ni\u00f1a on the way, experts are not expecting the 4-year drought in California to back down anytime soon. Authorities are now busy with emergency drought regulations to mitigate the consequences of such a long-standing water crisis. Residents still have to make do with widespread water use restrictions. 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