New York City plumbers offer tips to save water and cut utility costs

Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning encourages homeowners to observe National Water Quality Month by implementing eco-friendly plumbing solutions.

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Aug. 21, 2025 — As a longtime leader in green plumbing innovation, the experts at Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning, a family-owned home service company serving Brooklyn and Manhattan since 1906, encourage homeowners to embrace eco-friendly plumbing practices to conserve water and reduce utility bills.

“August is National Water Quality Month, so it’s a perfect time for homeowners to learn how choosing an eco-friendly plumber can significantly improve your home’s water quality and save you money in the process,” said Michael Petri, owner of Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning. “The goal of green plumbing technology is to help our customers make informed decisions about their water use and plumbing purchases. By adopting sustainable practices, homeowners can boost efficiency while supporting their long-term financial goals.”

Petri said that green plumbing:

• Enhances water quality: Using filtration systems, sustainable materials such as PEX piping, and reducing reliance on chemical drain cleaners helps remove contaminants, prevents pipe corrosion and avoids contaminating other water sources — producing cleaner, healthier water for the home.
• Improves water efficiency: Switching to low-flow faucets and toilets, installing tankless or solar water heaters, and implementing rainwater harvesting or greywater systems for non-potable uses can cut water use and lower bills. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, low-flow toilets can save the average homeowner about 13,000 gallons of water per year (roughly $170 in annual savings), and a single 55-gallon rain barrel can save up to about 1,300 gallons annually.
• Prevents leaks and reduces heat loss: Smart plumbing devices such as water-leak detectors and properly insulating hot-water pipes reduce utility costs and protect homes from water damage and wasted energy.

“Try to imagine life without easy access to clean water,” Petri added. “Our lives would be totally different, and not for the better. It’s up to us to do our part to reduce pollutants that get into our drinking water and to address the small things that negatively affect water quality. Don’t just fix your leaks — fix your water quality and your water bill.”

For more information about Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning, visit https://www.petriplumbing.com/, or to schedule service call (718) 717-1089.

About Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning

Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning is a family-owned and operated business serving Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and Staten Island. Founded in 1906, the company offers a 100% guarantee on all services, upfront pricing, 24/7 emergency hours, and friendly, knowledgeable service experts for residential and commercial needs. From service and maintenance to replacement and installation, Petri provides plumbing, heating, cooling and drain cleaning solutions. For more information, visit www.petriplumbing.com or call (718) 717-1089.

Source: Petri Plumbing & Heating, Inc.