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As a plumbing service committed to living green, we wanted to share some of our favorite green living tips for you to bring into your own lives. There are many things that you can do every day to make a small difference. The key is action and bringing it into your daily routine.

Bottled Water
Imagine a world where there is no bottled water. That was reality just a few short years ago. As of 2008, we were consuming over 8.7 billion gallons of bottled water every year. Because bottled water has been getting bad press over the past few years, we are seeing bottled water consumption falling, yet with the average American drinking 28.5 gallons of bottled water each year, its easy to see we have a long way to go.

There are two things you can do to continue bringing down that average. First, install a home water filter to your kitchen tap. Grab a glass of water as you work around the house instead of grabbing a bottle. And second, invest in several reusable water bottles to bring water on the go. Look for a good stainless steel bottle, or a plastic bottle that is BPA and phthalate-free.

Toilet Cleaners
Most of us are led to believe that the bathroom is the dirtiest, most germ filled room in the house. In order to keep it clean, all kinds of toilet cleaners are used. The problem is most cleaners use harsh materials to make your toilet spotless, and keep it smelling clean.

Most toilet cleaners have chlorine, ammonia and hydrochloric acid as the main ingredients. While these may kill the bad bacteria on the surface, they also kill helpful bacteria that exist throughout the system. The materials can shorten the lifespan of your pipes and fixtures, and can react with other organic substances found within the system.

Instead of using harsh chemicals every week, try baking soda. Baking soda is a natural chemical compound that kills the breeding grounds for bad bacteria – sprinkle in the bowl and scrub. For stains, spray a little vinegar onto the baking soda and allow to sit for awhile before scrubbing.

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