Why Go Tankless? by Go Green Plumbing, Greensboro North Carolina
Ever thought about going Tankless? If you find that you have to replace your water heater, you might want to consider a tankless water heater. Tankless water heaters are efficient because you just heat the water you use rather than storing multiple gallons of water. Benefits of a Tankless Water Heater system: You are unlikely to […]
Irrigation System by Go Green Plumbing
Is an Irrigation System Right for You? With spring just around the corner, you may be daydreaming of that beautiful emerald green lawn and how wonderful it will feel to finally sink your bare feet into that nice lush carpet of grass. But how are you going to ensure you have that luscious yard? […]
Composting by Go Green Plumbing
Composting for Beautiful Produce Want to grow summer tomatoes that are the envy of the neighborhood? How about flowers that are perfect for arranging? Compost may be the answer to you are seeking. Earlier this week we talked about how you can use a garbage disposer to get rid of your kitchen scraps by flushing […]
Spring Fertilization by Go Green Plumbing
When and How to Fertilize Spring is a great time to think about fertilizing your lawn to ensure you have a lush, thick green carpet in the spring and summer. So, what do you need to know about your options? First, you’ll need to make some decisions about what products to use – liquid versus […]
Saving Water with Every Flush by Go Green Plumbing
Saving Water with Every Flush Want to save water? About 45% of your total water usage is in the bathroom, and nearly 27% is in the toilet alone! Older toilets can use up to seven gallons per flush, while the most efficient ones use only 1.28 gallons per flush. That is an annual difference for […]
Cleaning Woodwork by Go Green Plumbing
Cleaning Woodwork Baseboards and intricate wood trim just seem to be a magnet for dust and dirt in even the cleanest homes. Given that white is a popular trim color, it is not that surprising that it shows every little speck of dust. Do you ever wonder if there is an easier way? While it […]
1 Ply or 2? by Go Green Plumbing
1-Ply Toilet Paper versus 2-Ply Toilet Paper At the most basic level, the difference between one-ply versus two-ply or even three-ply toilet tissue is pretty basic. Each ply of paper adds pulp, and therefore weight and absorbency. Therefore, the single ply toilet paper would typically not absorb as much moisture or provide the softness of […]
What to Flush, What Not to Flush by Go Green Plumbing
What to Flush, What Not to Flush I think we’ve all had that same question at one point in our life – is this really flushable? So many products now claim to be flushable – baby wipes, feminine hygiene products, etc. But what should you do to protect your pipes? Rest assured, we have answers. […]
Adjust Your Water Heater Temperature by Go Green Plumbing
Adjust Your Water Heater Temperature To Save Money Do you know what temperature your water heater is set to maintain? Most manufacturers will set them to about 140 degrees Fahrenheit, but that can pose a scalding danger and can cost you big money in the long run. One concern about lowering the temperature of […]
Water Taste Funny? by Go Green Plumbing
Does Your Water Have a Funny Taste? The taste of your water is determined by a number of different factors including mineral and sodium content, as well as the composition of your pipes and even your personal preferences based on past experience. Some people who grew up with chlorinated city water supplies may find water […]
