Earth Day is all about celebrating our awesome planet and doing what we can to keep it healthy. This special day reminds us how important it is to take care of the place we call home. Did you know that even how you use water at home can help the environment? It might seem surprising, but the way we use water plays a big part in keeping our planet healthy.

That’s why we’re going to talk about Earth Day plumbing and how to make your house super eco-friendly!

Be a Water Superhero

Water might seem like it’s everywhere, but clean water we can drink and use is a precious resource. We need to protect it. Here are some easy ways to be a water superhero:

• Leaky faucets are the enemy: A leaky faucet might seem like a tiny problem, but over time, the drips add up. A leaky faucet can drip away a ton of water every day. Tell friends and family if you spot a leaky faucet so they can fix it and stop all that water from going to waste.
• Shorter showers, stronger planet: We all need to take showers to stay clean, but try taking faster showers. Time yourself and see if you can make it a little shorter each time! Shortening your shower even by a minute or two saves a bunch of water.
• Turn off the tap: Don’t let the water run while you’re brushing your teeth or washing your hands. Turn the faucet off while you scrub, then turn it back on to rinse—this saves a lot of clean water from going down the drain.

Eco-Upgrades for Your Home

Ask your parents about these smart changes that can help save water and energy:

• Low-flow toilets and showerheads: These special fixtures are designed to use less water to get the same job done. Just think of how much water you can save every time you take a shower or flush the toilet over a whole year!
• Tankless water heaters: Traditional water heaters have a big tank where they keep hot water ready all the time. Tankless water heaters are cool machines that quickly heat up the water you need, right when you need it. This means you’re not wasting energy by keeping water hot that you might not use.
• Rainwater collection: Here in Ohio, we get plenty of rain! You can collect some of it in barrels and use it to water your garden; plants love it, and it saves clean water for other uses.

Earth Day Every Day in Ohio

Taking care of the environment doesn’t have to be hard work. Since Ohio has cold winters, there are other things your family can do with their heating systems to save energy and help the planet:

• Change the filter: Your furnace, heat pump, or boiler all need a clean filter to work their best. A clogged filter makes your heating system work harder, wasting energy!
• Seal the leaks: Leaky windows and doors let warm air escape from your house in the winter. Help find and seal those leaks so your heating system doesn’t need to work extra hard.
• Turn it down a bit: Can you wear a sweater and turn down the thermostat a couple of degrees? Even a small change helps save energy and keeps our planet healthier.

Being eco-friendly is awesome, by taking care of our water and energy use, we’re helping to keep the earth healthy for everyone. Let’s make every day Earth Day!

How Plumbing 911 Can Help

Plumbing 911 is a reputable plumbing firm made up of professionals. Plumbing 911 offers full service for both residential and commercial properties, including everyday maintenance and emergency needs. Our professionals are skilled in fixing clogged drains and toilets, leaky and damaged faucets and pipes, low water pressure, running toilets, sump pumps, and water heaters. For a free inspection in your area, call Plumbing 911 at 1-866-720-0911, schedule an appointment today, or send an email. We cover Cuyahoga East, Cuyahoga West, Medina, Summit, Stark, Lake, and Geauga.