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Faucet Trends From a Commercial Plumber

If you own, manage, or are developing a commercial building, you’ve got plumbing on your mind. When it comes to commercial plumbing, the current trends are quality and convenience. Our commercial plumber recommends finding the balance between functionality and eco-friendly with your appliances and fixtures to best serve your customers or employees.

Today, let’s talk about faucet trends.

Commercial Plumbing Faucet Trends

High Efficiency

We’ve all been told to turn the faucet off when we’re brushing our teeth. But what about saving water when we turn the faucet on? With water efficient faucets on the market, it may be time to consider a WaterSensed labeled faucet. These faucets, good for commercial or residential sinks, can reduce water flow by 30%. This low-flow fixture still offers 1.5 gallons of water per minute, and will help your business be more environmentally friendly.

Antimicrobial

When you are in high traffic facilities, you are more susceptible to germs. For example, hospitals, doctors offices and senior living facilities, are places that should highly consider these faucets. The inside of these fixtures are coated with an antimicrobial that inhibits the growth of bacteria. Touched by multiple people a day, these faucets can reduce the spread of infection. In today’s climate, these quality faucets have never been more important.

Motion Activated

These faucets are both functional and eco-friendly. With these faucets, you don’t have to touch a surface hundreds or thousands of people are touching daily. Water is only flowing when your hands are directly below the faucet. It’s a win-win for commercial plumbing, and although they’ve been around for a while, we’re seeing more and more buildings installing these highly efficient fixtures.

Contact A Commercial Plumber

When it comes to commercial plumbing fixtures, you have options but you won’t go wrong following these trends. If you have questions, are considering an upgrade or need to replace your commercial appliances or fixtures, contact us today!

November 9, 2020/by Moonlight Plumbing

Plumbing - Get the Facts

Connecticut Plumber Suggests Getting Away From Fossil Fuels and Into Renewable Energy

Many of us see eliminating oil heat from our house as a daunting task. A lot of us see the larger upfront cost and don’t really understand the benefits of paying for this upgrade. You’re not alone thinking the costs won’t outweigh the benefits. But, our Connecticut plumber wants to help clarify why you should be weary of using oil to heat your water/home and look into investing in a more renewable energy source. And, when/if you’re ready to make the switch we know just who to call!

Connecticut Plumber Shares the Oil Facts

If our planet doesn’t reduce its carbon footprint by 50% in the next two decades, we’ll all experience serious consequences. This means many of us need to stop using oil in our homes. Oil is used for three main reasons in our home: to heat water, living space, or the chimney. One of the biggest issues with using oil to heat your home is the “standby” losses that occur with your boiler. Typically, about a quarter of your heat is wasted by escaping through your chimney or into your basement!

There are countless other downfalls of using oil as your main heat source. Here are just a few of the “big factors” we’d like to share. Typically, oil has higher fuel cost because \ heating oil is more expensive than heating natural gas. Also, oil requires a lot of maintenance. Dirt and soot often get mixed in the oil and build up causing issues. So, more times than one would like, there are repair men sent to the house to help clean out the build up. Finally, in general, oil heat is just inconvenient. It doesn’t have the pipeline infrastructure so you have to store the oil in a tank and refill regularly.

Solutions We Offer at Moonlight Plumbing

If you’re looking to replace/upgrade your system, we have a couple options at Moonlight Plumbing that may suit your needs.

Option #1: Tankless Water Heaters
- Saves Money – it prevents the system from heating water that won’t be used.
- Efficient – It only uses energy to heat the water on an as-needed basis.
- Longevity – You’ll be less likely to replace your water heater.
- No Limit to Hot Water – It heats water on demand so there’s never a chance of running out.
Option #2: Conventional Water Heaters
- There are two subcategories when selecting this option; natural gas or electric.
- Option A – Natural Gas Heaters:
  - Cheaper Than Oil – there’s more stable supply and demand for gas making it cheaper than oil.
  - Requires Little Maintenance – gas burns cleaner than oil resulting in less build up of dirt or other particles. Therefore, less repairs/cleaning necessary.
  - Gas is Nontoxic – it won’t contaminate soil or groundwater if it leaks.
- Option B – Electric Heaters:
  - Safe and Reliable – most have no moving parts which means there’s less chance of breaking down. Thus, resulting in longer life span as well.
  - Affordable and Efficient – it’s the cheapest option of heating a home because of stable supply and demand for a long period of time now.
    - They can also be wired room to room so if a room is not in use, you won’t need to heat it saving you money
  - Environmentally Friendly – doesn’t require the burning of anything so it will not emit pollutants into the atmosphere. It also eliminates the risk of gas leaks.

Let Us Help You Find a Better Solution

While there is no right or wrong way to heat your house, our Connecticut plumber believes there is a worse and better solution. Finding the right solution to heat your home so it’s affordable, reliable, and efficient is important. If you’re ready to help stop pollution, save money in the long term, and upgrade your home by switching your oil heater to natural gas or electric, call one of our experts today. Or, if you have questions or need more information reach out on our website, too! We look forward to helping you find a better way to heat your home.

August 26, 2020/by Moonlight Plumbing

Plumbing - Get the Facts

What Happens to Your Piping When Using Non-Treated Tap or Well Water

We typically don’t think twice about the water running through our pipes. That is until it’s flooding our kitchen or we drink it. Many of us replace old pipes, clean / unclog them, and do general plumbing maintenance to our pipes. All of this is quite important. But, you should also be conscious of what flows through your pipes. Understanding the difference between treated and untreated water and the effects untreated water can have on your pipes is vital in maintaining pipe longevity. So, let’s dive in.

Plumbing Insights: the Difference Between Treated and Untreated Tap/Well Water

Understanding what each treated water has filtered out can help to clarify why it’s so much better. Listed below are the contaminants in untreated tap and well water.

Untreated well water may have these contaminants in it:
- Microorganisms
- Nitrate
- Heavy metals
- Organic chemicals
- Radionuclides
- Fluoride
Untreated tap water may have these contaminants it:

Effects of Untreated Water on Your Plumbing

First of all, untreated water contains many minerals. These minerals create deposits which can clog your pipes. This solidified scale of minerals (or limescale) accumulates in pipes, water heaters, washing machines, and dishwashers. This, in turn, can result in big expenses or repairs. Also, clogs can obviously lead to issues throughout the plumbing system. They can affect water pressure, cause appliances to fail, and more. What a headache!

Secondly, untreated water can also cause build up along the pipe walls and connectors. This leads to loose connectors in piping (so increases the chance of a break in piping and water flooding your house). In addition to leaks, it can also create condensation in undesired places.

Finally, untreated water can cause cosmetic issues. It leaves hard-to-clean residue on shower heads, faucets, etc due to mineral build up on the exterior appliances. No one wants that!

How to Treat Your Water

To prevent your pipes from untreated water damage, there are two options:

Install a water softener.
Install a reverse osmosis water treatment system.

So, what is a water softener? Great question. It’s a tank situated between your water source and the internal plumbing that services your home. Obviously, this tank helps to filter out the harmful contaminants that may be in your water. Similarly, reverse osmosis strips contaminants from your water through a semipermeable membrane. Talk to an expert to see which is the best option for your home.

Save Money, Treat Your Water

In the long run, to save yourself from cleaning up a flooded room, save your pockets from repair costs, and to save your future self the headache… treat your water! In addition to treatment, continue to do regular maintenance work to keep pipes clean and water flowing steadily. Furthermore, if you have questions, need guidance, or have the unfortunate situation of untreated water damaging your pipes, we are here to help. Contact our professionals today!

July 17, 2020/by Moonlight Plumbing

Tips & Tricks from our Plumbing Contractors

Our Plumbing Contractors are Ready to Help With Your Next Bathroom Remodel

Remodeling bathrooms can be stressful and complicated which is why our plumbing contractors are here to help. Expert guidance doesn’t have to be pricey and intimidating, but rather an asset to you when remodeling your residential or commercial space. To help guide you a bit, our team of experts have provided some tips and trick below.

Remodeling Tips & Tricks from our Plumbing Contractors

Have a Plan Before You Start
- As we stated above, working with experts doesn’t have to be difficult. Our professional plumbers at Moonlight Plumbing, are all about finding what works with your budget. In the end, working with an expert can potentially save you hundreds of dollars in repairs or redos. Planning not only helps you determine which experts to hire, but also helps set a budget and timeline for the project. Always a good idea to be prepared.
If You Need to Move Plumbing, We’re Here to Help
- It is rarely recommended that one tries to move plumbing around without expert guidance. This can lead to much bigger issues if not done correctly. Our team of experts at Moonlight Plumbing consist of experienced plumbers who deliver high-quality work the first time around. Working in the commercial industry, we understand how important it is to meet deadlines and stay within approved budgets. That’s why we’re here to help.
Don’t Flush Your Money Down the Toilet – Instead Update it
- Toilets are one of the biggest users of water in our bathrooms. With each flush you can save thousands of gallons of water each year using one of our toilet handles (both touchless and manual options to fit your budget). In the end, changing the toilet seat and handle instead of replacing the entire toilet can help save you money on your renovation and on your water bill.

Touchless Faucets and Shower Heads Can Change the Room’s Aesthetic (And Your Water Bill)
- Touchless faucets, as we discussed in our last blog, are at a higher demand than ever because of the pandemic. We, at Moonlight Plumbing, can help spruce up your commercial restroom with a touchless faucet. In residential properties, we have manual faucets that have the functionality to reduce water usage. To accompany a new faucet, you can add a new shower head in the mix too. The best part about our new technology is that it’s not only aesthetically pleasing, but also is beneficial for conserving water. Check out all touchless options and statistics here.
To Accompany Your New Touchless Technology, Add New Lighting Too
- Whether you add new light fixtures, additional light fixtures, or a skylight this will help make the space more welcoming and comforting. If you have the capabilities, dimmers are always a nice touch.
Finally, Add a Pop of Color with Paint and Decor
- Typically, bathrooms are not always the biggest spaces. A pop of color and the right decor can drastically change the room. For budget friendly options, check out second-hand stores or garage sales to find “fixer-upper” furniture/decor.

Conclusion

Ready for your next bathroom remodel/renovation? Be sure to do your research on the best product for your new look, keep in mind the benefits of splurging on that new technology in the long run, and if you have any troubles reach out to an expert. Questions or concerns regarding plumbing, water heater, or equipment replacement? Call our team or reach out for a quote today. Talk soon!

July 10, 2020/by Moonlight Plumbing

Touchless, Water-Efficient Technology

Commercial Plumber Provides Touchless Technology During COVID-19 Pandemic

COVID-19 is making our world more touchless than ever. Protect yourself and others by installing new, touchless equipment in your commercial space. At the same time, save water (it’s a win-win)! But, before committing to anything our commercial plumbing experts can help educate you on the new technology. Let’s dive in.

Commercial Plumber Explains New Touchless Technology

What You Need to Know Prior to Implementing the Newest Water Efficient Technology
- We at Moonlight Plumbing, your trusted commercial plumber, are committed to global water conservation.
- We use products made by Sloan, a company that also focuses on making water conservation a top priority.
- The products we use are the leaders of the industry in water efficiency. Compare Sloan’s products to industry averages in the full article.
- Also know, Sloan is the first manufacturer to receive IAPMO green-certified products for commercial plumbing systems. What does this mean? We use top of the line equipment here at Moonlight Plumbing to install in your commercial space.

Other Touchless, Water-Efficient Equipment Options
- The most popular, and most recommended piece of technology, is our toilet handle option called “1.28 GPF Closet Flushometer”. It uses 20% less water than a typical 1.6 GPF handle commonly used by other companies.
- Another option to save costs on water at your commercial space, we also have hybrid urinals. This urinal eliminates the water flush and integrates an automatic drain line purge to save on water usage and costs.
- To compliment the above to products, choose from our selection of sinks as well. These sinks differ from basic models in that they are battery and solar-powered. This results in 60% less water usage and savings of up to 40% in water costs.
- Lastly, another product option is shower heads. Our shower heads take the average from 42,000 gallons of wastewater to 8,300 gallons per day (80% decrease)! How? Because of the top-rated, programmed water technology in the equipment.

We’re Here For You

With commercial projects, it’s important to find and hire a reputable plumbing contractor you can trust. Our team of experienced plumbers promise to deliver high-quality work the first time around. We understand how important it is to meet deadlines and stay within approved budgets, which is why we work together to find the perfect solution for your plumbing needs. If you haven’t yet, call our top-rated plumbers at Moonlight Plumbing today to schedule an appointment!

July 2, 2020/by Moonlight Plumbing

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