Many homeowners don't realize that a few simple plumbing upgrades can really make a difference in things like energy consumption, water usage, and efficiency. Did you know you can save money by installing more energy-efficient appliances and fixtures? Here are four plumbing upgrades you should consider to cut costs and improve your experience.

Insulated Pipes  

One of the best upgrades you can do to your home is to insulate your hot water pipes, especially if you have easily accessible exposed pipes or copper piping. Insulating your pipes can reduce costs and energy consumption in your home because you'll waste less water as you wait for hot water to emerge from the faucet and your water heater won't have to work as hard. In fact, insulating your pipes can reduce your energy consumption by 2%. That may not seem like a lot at first but those costs can really add up over time.

Water-Saving Fixtures

Water isn't free as most municipalities charge those homeowners who aren't on well or spring water for water consumption. Reducing the amount of water your household fixtures use can reduce your water costs. Upgrading to water-saving fixtures like water-saving toilets with different flush settings as well as water-saving faucets can really help you reduce your water consumption. You can also have your plumber services expert install flow restrictors to reduce water use rather than purchasing new faucets.

Tankless Water Heaters

A great way to reduce both water usage and energy consumption is to opt for a tankless water heater rather than the traditional storage tank heater. Tankless heaters heat on demand rather than keeping stored water heated and this process can be 24% to 34% more energy efficient than conventional storage heaters. If you install tankless heaters at the sink rather than a central tankless unit, you'll also use less water because you'll have hot water on demand rather than waiting for cold water to cycle through the pipes.

Better Garbage Disposal

Many homes, especially homes built in large development tracts, are equipped with basic fixtures and appliances to save costs. Upgrading some of these appliances can really improve your experience. One excellent upgrade is a more robust food disposal unit. But if you do this, it's important not to upgrade beyond necessity. That's why discussing the upgrade with your plumber is a good idea. He or she can help you choose a model that will perform better than your current unit without overkill.

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