Water conservation is a hot topic in Texas after the recent droughts, and rainwater harvesting is growing in popularity as a result. There are many benefits from embarking on this path, and these do not stop at simply saving money on your water bill! Did you know it’s possible to acquire an exemption from property […]
Water Conservation Articles
Drip, Drop: 5 Ways to Save Water (and Money) in the Shower or Bath
Saving water is an important part of economical and environmentally responsible living. However, it can be really easy to waste large quantities without even realizing it! The bathroom is the key contributor to this problem in many households, with showers and tubs quickly consuming gallons of water every day. Here are some tips on getting […]
4 Reasons Your Home Needs a Water Filtration System
Everyone needs water, but a high-quality water supply is not always easy to come by. Even if your home has a relatively new plumbing system, it may still be the case that the water in your area is polluted by chemicals that you would rather not consume. While not all of these are toxic, they […]
Help Texas! 5 Ways You Can Conserve Water This Summer
The drought that hit Texas in 2010 left large areas of the state in dire need of water for several years. Brief rainy periods offered some relief, but dry conditions quickly returned. This was not an isolated incident. Texas has seen severe dry periods many times in its history. In the 1950s the dry spell […]
10 Facts About the U.S. Water System
Every American, every day, will use water for a variety of purposes – washing, cooking, gardening, and even play. Yet it is all too easy to forget how valuable this vital commodity is. With U.S. cities going days without safe water, and states suffering drought for consecutive years, the U.S. water system is being strained […]
Four Ways to Make Your Home Greener
With energy costs ever on the increase, more families are considering ways to make their homes greener and more energy efficient. Of course, it is also important to remember that being energy-conscious reduces your carbon footprint. There are many simple energy saving tips to help you maintain a greener lifestyle. Here are a few to […]
4 Plumbing Tips for Happy and Healthy Lawns
Your lawn and garden are the first impression someone has of your home, so you want them to be well cared for. No matter how much hard work and money you put into landscaping, it can be ruined by a few common plumbing problems. Follow these tips to keep your lawn from flooding, ensure your […]
8 Tips to Save Money on Your Water Bill
Everyone wants to save on the amount of water they use. Yet, in this environmentally conscious age, there are still a surprising number of water-wasting activities many of us participate in that unknowingly impact our utility bill. For the sake of your wallet and the planet, we at CW Service Pros have put together this […]
Why a Drip Irrigation System is Right for Your Home
You may have heard of drip irrigation being used in agricultural settings, but did you know that you it can also be used for your own home garden? Greater efficiency, better control, and less water waste are just a few reasons these terrific irrigation systems are moving off the farm and onto residential properties. What […]
Why You Should Install a Water Purifier
We all rely on tap water for our domestic needs. However, the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) cautions that not all tap water is safe for drinking. 10% of the tap water is usually contaminated. This means that one in every ten Americans that drink tap water, drink water that is contaminated with bacteria, impurities or […]
