Lower Water Bills
Lower Water Bills | Plumbing Fixture Replacements | Plumbing | Norris
From dripping faucets to outdated toilets, every inefficient fixture in your Norris home is silently adding dollars to your monthly water bill. HEP’s licensed technicians specialize in lower water bills plumbing solutions, upgrading kitchens, baths, and outdoor spigots with WaterSense-certified options that cut consumption while boosting performance. Our targeted plumbing fixture replacements ensure you feel the difference in water pressure—not in your wallet—within the very first billing cycle.
We arrive on time, handle permits, haul away the old hardware, and back every install with an iron-clad satisfaction guarantee, so you can relax and watch the savings flow. Ready to trade waste for efficiency? Schedule your estimate today and discover how easy it is to make every drop count with HEP.
FAQs
How can replacing old plumbing fixtures lower my water bill?
Older faucets, showerheads, and toilets use significantly more water than modern, high-efficiency models. For example, a pre-1994 toilet may use 3.5–5 gallons per flush, while a WaterSense® toilet uses 1.28 gallons or less. By cutting water use at each fixture, you reduce the total gallons flowing through your meter, and that directly lowers the consumption charge on your monthly Norris Utilities bill.
Which fixtures should I upgrade first for the biggest savings?
Start with the highest-use fixtures: toilets, showerheads, and kitchen faucets. Toilets account for roughly 30 % of indoor water use, so a high-efficiency replacement offers the fastest payback. Low-flow showerheads (≤2.0 gpm) and aerated faucets (≤1.5 gpm) come next. If you have a water-guzzling washing machine, upgrading to an ENERGY STAR/High-Efficiency (HE) model can also provide substantial savings.
Are WaterSense-labeled products really worth the investment?
Yes. WaterSense certification means the product has been independently tested to use at least 20 % less water than standard models while maintaining performance. In most households the incremental cost of a WaterSense fixture is recovered within 1–3 years through lower water and sewer charges, and the fixture will typically last 10–20 years. That translates to long-term savings and environmental benefits.
Does the City of Norris offer any rebates or incentives for water-efficient fixtures?
Yes. Norris Utilities currently offers bill credits of up to $50 per WaterSense toilet and $10 per high-efficiency showerhead, with a limit of two toilets and three showerheads per address per year. Our plumbing team provides the necessary documentation and rebate forms at the time of installation to make the process hassle-free.
How long will a fixture replacement visit take, and will my water be shut off all day?
Most single-fixture replacements (e.g., one toilet or one faucet) take 60–90 minutes. A whole-home package of three toilets, two faucets, and two showerheads is usually completed in half a day. We isolate each fixture with its local shut-off valve, so your water service remains available to the rest of the house throughout the appointment.
Can you check for hidden leaks while replacing my fixtures?
Absolutely. Our technicians conduct a complimentary leak inspection during every fixture-replacement visit. We test supply lines, shut-off valves, and visible piping, and we perform a 15-minute water-meter test to detect silent leaks. Catching and repairing small leaks can boost your water-bill savings even further.