How Can Greywater Recycling Reduce My Water Bills?

Are you looking for a safe, efficient way to decrease your monthly water consumption, lower your water bills, and reduce your ecological footprint? Then it may be time to consider installing a greywater recycling system.

These systems, which have been in use for decades in large residential buildings such as hotels and dorms, have started to trickle into the mainstream due to rising concerns about eco-friendly building practices, conservatism, and the rising cost of fresh water.

Is a greywater recycling system the right choice for you and your water consumption needs? We’ll give you all the information that you need to make an educated decision, so just keep reading:

What is “Greywater” and how is it recycled?

“Greywater” unlike “fresh water” is water which has been gently used in your home. This can mean having been used to wash your clothes in the washing machine, used to wash vegetables and dishes in the sink, or even water from your shower.

While greywater has not come into contact with human waste and fecal matter, it is still unsafe to consume. However, it is perfect for use in the garden, for watering the yard, or for use in flushing toilets.

Recycling systems collect the water from sources like your washing machine, tubs, and sinks, and pump the greywater into your toilets or to outdoor faucets for re-use.

Greywater “Best Use” Practices

We’ve already discussed how greywater is commonly used, so let’s take a look at why these two options are the best ways to use recycled water:

● Outdoor use. Chemical elements, household cleaning products, and the presence of food, grease, and hair make greywater unsafe to consume, but luckily these elements don’t bother your plants at all. In fact, grey water is a great alternative to collecting rainwater for use in the garden.

● Water for your toilets. Toilets are one of the most heavily-used appliances in our homes, and use lots of water every day. Instead of wasting valuable and costly fresh water, a greywater recycling system can supply your toilets with water and slash your monthly water bills as a result.

Is installing a Greywater Recycling System safe?

Absolutely, but it’s important to never attempt to DIY your own greywater system. Because these water systems deal with contaminated water, it’s critical to work with qualified plumbing professionals who can ensure that your greywater never comes into contact with your fresh water.

Other Ways to Reduce Your Water Consumption

Installing a greywater recycling system in your home is a great way to drastically reduce the amount of fresh water that you consume every month, but you can also take these steps to reduce your water use:

● Don’t take long showers

● Fix leaking pipes, hoses, and faucets as soon as possible

● Don’t leave the faucet running while you brush your teeth

● Use rain barrels to catch rainwater for use in your yard or garden

Reduce your ecological footprint and save money at the same time by installing a greywater recycling system. Call us at 763-497-2290 and ask your plumbing expert from B & D Plumbing, Heating & A/C in St. Michael, MN about how we can help.