As a homeowner, you may seek ways to improve your home's energy efficiency. While you may think plumbing has nothing to do with energy efficiency, a skilled plumber can significantly reduce energy usage and costs. Here are three ways a plumber can help you improve your home's energy efficiency.

Upgrade Your Water Heater

Your water heater is one of the largest energy consumers in your home, and an old, inefficient model can cause your energy bills to skyrocket. Upgrading to a new, high-efficiency water heater can significantly reduce energy usage and costs. A plumber can help you choose the right size and type of water heater for your home and install it. They can also give you tips for properly maintaining your new water heater to ensure it operates efficiently.

Install Low-Flow Fixtures

A plumber can also help you improve your home's energy efficiency by installing low-flow fixtures. These include faucets, showerheads, and toilets that use less water without sacrificing performance. Using less water will save on your water bill and reduce the energy needed to heat that water. A plumber can help you choose the right low-flow fixtures for your needs and install them in your home. They can also advise you on how to properly use and maintain these fixtures to ensure they work as intended. Those low-flow fixtures can save you big money over time!

Fix Leaks and Insulate Pipes

Leaky pipes and poor insulation can cause hot water to cool down as it travels through your home's plumbing system, which means your water heater has to work harder to keep the water hot. According to Comfy Living, small leaks can waste up to 10,000 gallons of water annually. That amount of water loss can increase over time and create a significant expense. A plumber can help ensure hot water stays hot by fixing leaks and insulating pipes, reducing the energy needed to heat it. A plumber can also inspect your plumbing system for other issues causing energy waste and provide recommendations for addressing those issues.

Ready to improve the energy efficiency in your home? Let's talk about it. Our experienced plumbers can recommend strategies to reduce leaks and improve energy efficiency. Contact us today at Giannone Plumbing & Heating and let's start the conversation!