McKinney Plumber Shows You How To Stop Flushing Money Down The Drain
Posted: Saturday, June 20, 2009
by James Cash
Jimmy Cash's Plumbing
If you want to save money and never throw it "down the drain" then you might as well start by saving money on your plumbing and your drain! Here are 5 quick tips to help you keep your money in your wallet:
1. Toilets that are leaking are pouring
A leaking toilet can lead to big money in the long run, replacing flappers and fill valves are an easy inexpensive way to keep from high water bills. According to conversationalists, a leaking toilet can cost as much as 40.00 extra a month!
Older showerheads can give you as much as 5 gallons per minute; imagine those gallons as your money flowing down the drain. There are inexpensive showerheads available with water restriction devices; this can reduce the flow all the way down to 2 gallons per minute. That is more than the water saved and more money in your pocket!
3. Take A Look Outside
Just because it is outside does not mean let it leak! Do you have a faucet outside that is leaking? Do you have a leak on a sprinkler-head? These simple repairs can save you hundreds of gallons a month. Do not leave your water hose connected either, this can hide a leak and cause freezing during colder months.
4. Drain Your Water Heater!
Every water heater manufacturer recommends draining your hot water tank. Most all water heaters have a drain with a water hose connection at the bottom. When was the last time you drained your water heater? Draining this hot water storage tank can lengthen the life of your water heater; allow more hot water storage, and cleaner hot water for usage. With water heater installs ranging from 1500-3500 apiece, adding precious years to your water heater is putting money in the bank.
5. Call in a Professional!
Establish a once a year check up on your plumbing system by a professional. Some Plumbing Contractors even have service contracts available that include maintenance on your plumbing system. A well-maintained plumbing system can cost you so little compared to a system that hasn't been worked on for years. Remember; a little money for maintenance puts a lot of money in your wallet for later.
If you live within 30 minutes of McKinney Texas , and you need a Master Plumber who will treat you well during a plumbing emergency and give you free estimates, then be sure to contact Jimmy Cash's Plumbing at McKinney Plumbing
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