Clean Sewers for a Greener Earth
Now, more than ever, it’s important for every human to take care of planet Earth. We can all do our part in helping our world be as healthy as possible. Littering less, recycling, and perhaps driving cars with lower emissions are great steps to take. Another simple, yet incredibly effective way to protect the Earth is by making sure your home’s sewers are working as well as they’re meant to.
When Was the Last Time You Thought About Your Home’s Drainage System?
More often than not, homeowners all across the United States deal with issues they can visibly see. Visible issues tend to be more prudent for homeowners. And, since a home’s sewer is buried beneath the soil and runs throughout the walls, it’s no surprise that homeowners tend to pay them no mind.
Consider your regular, day-to-day life. Think about all the times you flush a toilet, take a shower, and turn on a faucet. All those times, water runs through your home’s sewer system. This water is scarce. If your sewers are backed up with waste, it will take more water to push through. This scenario is one that’s more common than you might initially realize!
Dirty sewers cause blockages which, in turn, force more water to go through the pipes. Simply put, this results in a tremendous waste of water. You may notice that your monthly water bill is increasing, but that could be the only sign that something’s up with your sewer. In reality, the issue is extremely prudent. As time goes on, your water bill will increase because you’re using more water on a regular basis. Since your home is using more water, the environment will face debilitating consequences.
The Important Role Water Plays in Your Home
Water is as important to your home as it is to your body. On average, the human body contains about 60% water. Your home is no different. Water is necessary for many daily tasks. Without water, a home would be nothing more than a shelter. Or a very uncomfortable and unpleasant box.
Water helps your home work as it’s meant to. But exactly how much water does your home use? An average American household uses about 300 gallons of water per day! Your home’s showers, toilets, faucets, and washer contribute to that number, and all those gallons flow through your home’s sewers. If your sewers are clogged and backed up, you can bet your bottom dollar that you’ll face several issues.
How Clean Sewers Help Keep the Earth Green
With home builders continually using the newest, most advanced building practices, many homes are as environmentally safe as possible. Sadly, sewers are still at risk of backups. This inevitably results in overflowing and clogging. Even something as simple as a leaking faucet can have a major impact on your water bill and on the environment.
Three Things to Keep in Mind
1.) Nothing extra down the toilet! Toilet paper and human waste are the only things that should be flushed down the toilet. Make sure your family is well aware of this. A simple habit of flushing away sanitary napkins can yield terrifying consequences later on. Of these consequences, the most severe will be complete sewer replacement. Not only does this require a plumbing company to rip up your yard in order to reach the damaged sewer pipes, sewer replacement is a notoriously “ungreen” procedure. Avoiding this will be beneficial for both you and the environment!
2.) Avoid small laundry loads! Your home’s laundry room uses a lot water whenever you wash a load of clothes. Make sure your laundry loads are full and avoid washing only a few pieces of clothing. Instead, stick to a schedule! Having “laundry days” will help you avoid a high water bill while saving water and the environment.
3.) Be water conscious! This is the best and easiest way to make sure you’re doing your part in saving water and maintaining the environment. At the first moment you notice an issue with your drains, don’t put it on the back burner! Call your plumber and schedule a sewer cleaning. Sewer cleanings don’t have to become a regular, monthly scenario. After your home’s sewers get cleaned, you can start making it a habit to treat your home’s drains with care. This will help keep your sewers safe and clear of debris, and thus you’ll save water!
Flush Away Your Preconceived Notions and Keep the Environment Safe!
Taking showers that are too long, washing small loads of laundry, or simply ignoring that leaky faucet are all bad news. It may not seem like a big deal, but all these little details add up and can wreak havoc on the environment. Making sure your home is ready to work as it’s meant to starts with a sewer cleaning. We can all take our part in saving the environment. It all starts with your home! Remember, when it comes to your home’s plumbing, New Age Plumbing has the experts to help you. When you need help, call us!