If you're establishing a residence in Abilene or simply revitalizing your aging plumbing, good plumbing can be a game changer. Recall the last time your drain was slow, or worse, your water heater chose a frosty morning to go on the blink. Install high-efficiency water heaters for the brisk Texas winters. Select pipe materials that will stand the test of time. Of course, plumbing choices are also about the arrangement of systems (how your toilet, hot water, and cold water
In Abilene, where the soil and weather are challenging, selecting the right pipes and drainage systems is absolutely essential. The clay soil can be a nightmare for pipes and that is why we use PVC pipes almost exclusively. Sewage in Abilene runs downward but loamy, clay soil can turn upward in ways that can surprise everyone. The 'surprise' of a directing-without-damaging-your-basement burial is way better than the 'surprise' of a pipe burst! Piping this way ain't easy, however, and I don't do it half as well as Paul does. This is just one example from the plumbing world of what it means to work with, rather than against, the unique conditions of Abilene.
And then there is water efficiency—something that is as crucial as it is kind to the wallet. Low-flow taps and toilets can significantly cut down on water bills, and they do so without compromising on performance. They are kinds of fixtures that you can have full confidence in, and what better place to have water-efficient fixtures than in the kitchen and bathroom? The bathroom, after all, is the wettest room in the house.
The steps we take here are obviously environmentally friendly because when we save water, we are helping the environment. But honestly, it's also 'smart home economics.' So, as you put together the puzzle of which plumbing options suit your space, think beyond just today.