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Saving Water

Rain Water Barrels

by blape on March 28, 2010

Rain water barrels are used to collect rain water from your roof and store it until it is needed. Using a rain barrel is a great way to reduce the amount of potable water you use. Rain water barrel water can be used for many different functions. You do not require potable quality water for [...]

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Energy Efficiency Tips

by Brooks on March 7, 2010

Water Consumption and Water Heating Efficiency Tips Lower the temperature of the thermostat on your water heater. A water heater set to 120°F provides enough hot water for most uses. Repair leaky faucets and install low-flow fascists on your sinks and low-flow shower heads. Insulate your hot-water storage tank. If your water storage tank is [...]

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Consider a Dual Flush Toilet

by Tim on March 7, 2010

How to decide on a dual flush toilet. Benefits of dual flush toilets, brands, reviews, and potential downsides. Dual flush toilets allow the user to decide how much water is used in a flush. For solid waste, a larger volume of water is used. For liquid waste, a smaller amount is used. You select which [...]

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Shower Faucet Selection | Is Low Flow the Way to Go?

by Tim on March 7, 2010

If you are looking for a quality shower faucet, expect to pay anywhere from fifty dollars to three hundred dollars. When selecting a shower faucet set, two main considerations are: Is the spray strength and style to my liking? How much water does it use? Most retailers will provide information on how much water a [...]

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