Water Efficient Toilets Reduce Water Consumption by 20% or More
Reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to your home’s energy efficiency by selecting a water-efficient toilet for your home. Household water consumption can be reduced by 20% or more by simply installing water-efficient toilets. Flushing mechanics on the water-efficient toilet models are much better at preventing the need for plunging.
When considering a new water-conserving toilet, keep in mind the following:
How easy will the toilet be to clean?
Toilets constructed of two pieces or more can be difficult to clean.
Rough-in measurement
The rough-in measurement is the distance from the center of the toilet flange to the wall. The standard measurement is 12 inches, but 10 and 14 inches are also available.
What flush option do you prefer?
Options for eco-toilets include single flush, dual flush, and pressure-assisted flush. Dual flush toilets offer options for the type of waste. Solid waste is flushed with the required 1.28 to 1.6 gallons, but liquid waste is flushed with half that amount at around .8 gallons to 1.1 gallons.
Pressure-assisted flush toilets use compressed air to aid in the flush action. One perk of this type of toilet is that not only does it cut down on water usage (flush uses only 1 gallon or less), it also holds water inside a plastic reservoir which cuts down on external sweating. If you have trouble with condensation on your current toilet, this model may solve that problem.
Ratings with WaterSense and Maximum Performance ratings
Maximum Performance ratings (MaP) take into account toilet test ratings and reviews to give the consumer an overall score for performance.
Standards are widely accepted by plumbers from this particular site. They test using a soybean paste and verify that a toilet can flush a certain amount of solid waste. Look for toilets that pass their 500-gram test.
The other way to check ratings is through WaterSense. In partnership with the Environmental Protection Agency, WaterSense verifies water-saving claims.
When you are ready to change out your toilets, give Atlantic Plumbing Services a call to discuss your options.