Water Saving Devices Brisbane
There are a variety of different ways in which you can save water and here at Smart State Plumbing Services plumbing Brisbane often requires our plumbing experts to carry out water audits and consequently install water saving devices of all different kinds.
All new taps nowadays are WELS (Water Efficiency Labeling System) approved and therefore installing new taps is one way of saving water but other ways to reduce water usage include in-line flow restrictors which are installed on existing pipes that supply water to taps – this valve is simply cut into the pipe which feeds the tap and normally this can be carried out in a matter of minutes by a qualified plumber.
Another water saving valve is an end of line restrictor such as water saving aerators which can be screwed onto existing tap spouts and often is easily done without the need for any special tools meaning that anyone can carry out this simple task without having any previous experience in tap repairs. These water saving aerators can be purchased at your local plumbing suppliers as can water saving shower heads which can be installed with a spanner in a few minutes.
Pressure limiting valves and or pressure reducing valves are now compulsory on new homes and major renovations in accordance with the AS 3500 plumbing regulations. These valves are usually regulated to 500 KPa which is fantastic water pressure. Many do not realize that they may be able to install a pressure limiting or reducing valve to save water and not even see much of a difference in the amount of water coming through their taps. These valves should be installed by a fully qualified plumber and normally can be fitted in less than 15 minutes.
Smart State Plumbing Services regularly install and maintain old and new plumbing systems that have water saving valves and devices of all varieties. Should you wish to find out more about how to cut down on your water consumption feel free to contact us to find out more. We will be happy to offer advice and information on how to find a solution to suit your budget. |