Green Your Bathroom

Aug 03, 2010 | Energy Efficiency, Water Conservation

Showers | Lighting | Water Efficiency | Ventilation to Prevent Mold

Bathrooms can be small, but their energy and water impact is substantial. Bathrooms are a center of water waste, energy waste and poor indoor air quality. The good news is that a few simple actions can make a real difference.

Want to save 1000 pounds of carbon and nearly 6,000 gallons of water? Install a low-flow showerhead and adjust your hot water heater's temperature. Yes, these two simple actions have a big effect. WattzOn has visited hundreds of homes in the Bay Area, and our results show that 75% of homeowners have this savings opportunity.

And, don't forget indoor air quality. Bathrooms and kitchens are the two big moisture centers in the home. And if there is not enough ventilation, the moisture can feed the mold, creating unhealthy air. Fortunately, quiet, energy-efficient bathroom fans are fairly inexpensive.

Here's a list of the simple actions that will green your bathroom. Follow the links below, and when something fits, add it to your plan. Each link will pop out into an activity box, and there is a My Plan box on the right of the screen. The screenshot at the right shows what to look for. Click "Add to my plan" and the activity will be saved in your plan. You can see all your activities on the Take Action tab on the home page.

Call us for a FREE consultation on greening your bathroom. Our Green Home Experts can answer your questions about which activities are best for your home and lifestyle. 1-800-314-5997.

Showers Lighting Reduce shower time Turn off lights when not using them Lower water heater temperature Remove unneeded bulbs from fixtures Install low-flow showerheads Upgrade to CFL bulbs Use a timer on hot water recirculation pump Upgrade to LED bulb Install a vacancy sensor Water Efficiency Ventilation to Prevent Mold Install aerators on faucets Run the bathroom exhaust fan for 20 minutes after a shower Don't let water run Install a timer for your bathroom fan Install low-flow showerheads Upgrade to a high-efficiency bathroom fan Reduce shower time Upgrade to a high-efficiency bathroom fan with a moisture sensor Want to talk over your options? Have questions? Speak with a WattzOn Green Home Expert for free. Call 1-800-314-5997.

We are your free, independent, qualified, green home energy experts. We don't sell windows, furnaces or insulation or anything else for that matter, and while we can recommend products, we don't get paid by manufacturers. What we do provide is informed, expert and unbiased guidance on your best and most-effective opportunities to save energy, save money and make your home more green. WattzOn can also connect you to our network of qualified and verified local green home energy auditors and green home contractors who do great work.

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