Our Pittsburg Plumbers Give the Low Down on Low Flow Toilets

Our Pittsburg plumbing contractors are always trying to find a way to help our customers save money. If you are using an older model toilet it could be the best place to make an upgrade. This could significantly lower your monthly water bill by replacing all of your old toilets with new, low flow varieties. There are several options from all of the major fixture manufacturers including Kohler, Moen, grohe, hansgrohe and many others. Our Pittsburg plumbers don't have a specific go to brand, because each bathroom has its own specific needs. Still there are some major similarities in all the low flow toilets.

How Much Water Does a Low Flow Toilet Use?

Low flow toilets use between 1.1 and 1.6 gallons of water per flush. There are even specific dual flush systems that allow you to pick a 1.1 or 1.6 gallon flush based upon whether you are flushing solid or liquid waste. Over half of all water used in your home is flushed down the toilet. Using one of these low flow toilets effectively can reduce your water consumption by up to 40% for the month.  Purchasing a toilet with a WaterSense label will mean that you are getting a high efficiency model that uses no more than 1.28 gallons per flush. These are the best of the best and have been rated so by independent laboratory tests.

Low flow toilets are surprisingly affordable as well. The cost can usually be recouped in just about 15 months. Not only is it a fiscally and environmentally responsible move to make, it also brings up the value of your home. A home with low flow fixtures will sell faster than one without.