Plumbing Maintenance: The Benefits of Replacing Your Toilet
Countless signs indicate that you need to replace your toilet: it’s old, it’s costly, it clogs all the time, it uses too much water or all of the above! A bathroom that doesn’t function properly can put a massive strain on your household and your home’s plumbing. So instead of snaking the drain every couple of weeks or continuously regretting that water bill, it’s time to replace that old dysfunctional toilet. The top advantages of installing a new toilet in your home or business are:
Water savings
If your toilet is over 25 years old, it may not have been upgraded with the latest Energy Policy Act that called for toilets to use less water when flushing. Of course, it’s not unsurprising for a loo to last more than a few decades. That said, you will be using much more water with an older model than the options on the market today.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, a WaterSense toilet uses nearly 20% less water per flush while still yielding the same or better performance. In the long term, WaterSense toilets that meet EPA criteria can reduce water usage by up to 60%, reaching over 13,000 gallons saved per year for an average household.
Lowers risk of flooding
Another way that replacing your toilet has you covered is by preventing flooding within your home or business. Older toilets have a much higher risk of wear and tear, turning into a giant expensive mess. Leaks, cracks, and corrosion can all create flood-risks, yet can be easily avoided by having a new toilet installed today.
Adds value to the home
One of the last upgrades people consider when remodeling the bathroom is the toilet itself. Including a new porcelain throne in your next bathroom upgrade will not only save you money but will also improve your return on investment. The water savings are just a tiny fraction of knowing that you have a new and improved toilet that should have decades before needing replacement. If you’ve gone through a few bathroom renovations without replacing your toilet, consider it time to improve the overall comfort and appearance of your bathroom.
Prevent a possible plumbing emergency
When you keep plunging an old toilet due to its constant clogs, it becomes taxing on pipes and fixtures. However, leaks aren’t the only plumbing issues. You may need to replace your home piping if the blockage gets too severe, or you may find yourself calling an after-hours plumber for an emergency drain cleaning. You can often prevent both scenarios by replacing a poorly functioning toilet and keeping up with annual plumbing maintenance.
Keep your toilet operating at its best!
Toilets can be a bore, but when they are not working, you will quickly realize their importance for the comfort within your home or business. Try something that fits your water usage and savings needs, budget, and design. Even if your toilet isn’t two or three decades old, you can still improve your space by upgrading your toilet. Happy flushing!
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