Parker & Sons Offers Incredible Tips for Going Green at Home
Each year, environmental sustainability seems to become an increasingly important topic in the global discourse. It is an issue that can be addressed on a macro and micro level. While there is little the people of Phoenix can do to improve environmental sustainability on a macro level, there is much that can be done on a micro, personal level. Namely, individuals can make a commitment to living green.
Phoenix, AZ, April 22, 2016 (Newswire.com) - Green living emphasizes maintaining a small environmental footprint through affordable and sustainable living. Parker & Sons believes that green living is a highly commendable ideal. Although there is no universal or national standard for what it means to maintain a “green home,” organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council do offer green home certifications. Not only does green living come with benefits to the environment, but it also comes with a host of health and economic benefits as well. Parker & Sons offers individuals a few incredible tips for maintaining a green home.
The bathroom is an excellent place to start going green. High-efficiency showerheads have the potential of saving thousands of gallons of water every year. Studies have shown that a high-efficiency showerhead installed in a shower which is used twice a day will save a household over 3,000 gallons of water per year. Parker & Sons notes that this will also result in significant savings on the monthly utility bill.
Hot water heaters are notorious energy hogs. It takes a very large amount of power to heat water to 140 degrees, which is the standard for a majority of hot water heaters. Homeowners can turn this temperature down to 120 degrees, which will net massive energy savings. Insulation blankets can be purchased at relatively low cost. Parker & Sons advises homeowners to wrap these insulation blankets around the water heater and the first few feet of piping. This will minimize ambient heat loss, and reduce the amount of work the heater has to do to keep water warm.
With just these two simple steps, homeowners can begin going green without impacting their daily lives. Parker & Sons comments that every little bit helps. When everyone kicks in and does their part, amazing things can happen!
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Keeping You Comfortable With Expert Heating, Cooling & Plumbing Service Since 1974. Parker & Sons has been serving homeowners and businesses in Arizona for over 40 years and is recognized nationally.
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Josh Kelly
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