Green Plumbing

Years before Al Gore alerted us to "An Inconvenient Truth," Progressive Plumbing & Drains had gone Green. Only at that point, the term hadn't been coined. Instead, people referred to these money-saving procedures as "energy-efficient." We did it because it saved our customers money. People today recognize the impact that their actions have on the ecosystem and their children's future. Progressive Plumbing & Drains understands these concerns and can serve as a consultant to you when making choices on how to waste less and save more.

Common Concerns

Cost is always a factor when considering making the jump to Green technologies. A report entitled "The Costs and Financial Benefits of Green Buildings" commissioned by California's Sustainable Building Task Force in 2003 estimated that a 2% increase in initial spending on Green-friendly design yields a savings of 20% over the lifecycle of the investment.

Aside from the financial incentives, you'll sleep better knowing that you're decreasing your carbon footprint while improving your standard of living. A survey taken by the National Association of Home Builders and McGraw-Hill Construction reported that 85% of homeowners who built Green homes were happier with their new eco-friendly home than with their old house.

Progressive Tip: It's important to note that you can start with small steps and don't have to undergo a green overhaul all at once. Even one update or change can make a difference!

Green Plumbing Tips

What can Progressive Plumbing & Drains do to help you get involved in the Green movement?

  • Insulate Pipes—Reduce heat lost through your pipes' exterior.
  • Remove Plumbing from Exterior Walls—Minimize the effect cold temperatures have on your hot water supply.
  • Install an On-Demand Hot Water Circulation Pump—Send hot water only as it is necessary and avoid heat loss in your pipes.
  • Install a New Hot Water Heater—Replace your old unit with an energy-efficient model. Tankless water heaters offer amazing efficiency as well as an endless supply of hot water.
    And, for the ultimate in green water heating solutions, install a solar hot water heater for your home or business, and see amazing savings in your energy bills while also reducing your carbon footprint.
  • Install a Whole House Water Filtration System—A new filtration system can eliminate the presence of chemicals, particulates, and micro organisms in your water.
  • Install Activated Carbon Filters or Reverse Osmosis Systems—Is your water quality suspect? Carbon filters can absorb pollutants while reverse osmosis filtration systems are generally installed at individual sinks to provide cleaner water for drinking, cooking, or brushing teeth.
  • Install Low-Flow Showers and Faucets—This simple addition can reduce your water usage by 60%.
  • Install Low-Flush Toilets—Multiply the number of people who live in your home by 28. That figure is your home's daily usage of water per gallon that comes from flushing your toilet. A low-flush toilet can help bring that number down significantly.
  • Install a Home Leak Monitoring Device—Stay on top of your plumbing to ensure conservation and to protect your valuables.
  • Install Faucet Flow Reducers—Installing these simple devices can reduce faucet flow by 40%.
    Progressive Plumbing proudly offers faucet control devices by Watermiser, a California-based company dedicated to helping homeowners and businesses conserve fresh water resources. Meeting both NC and federal "lead-free" regulations, these patented, tamperproof, solid brass control devices eliminate water waste by allowing you to customize water flow to meet the specific needs of your home or business.

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