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A guide to water cost reduction and water leak detection.

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The 3 Biggest Ways your Business can Save Water (and Money)

Saving water isn’t just good for the environment; it’s good for your business. When you cut back on the amount of water you use your utility bills will go down and you’ll save money each month. You will also avoid plumbing problems, water damage and even floods, which are a hassle and not to mention very expensive to deal with. At home, you can save water by taking shorter showers, running the dishwasher when it’s full and using rainwater in your garden. It’s not quite so obvious how you can save water at your business, but it can be just as easy. Water Leak Detection and Repair

You might be surprised how much your leaky pipes and faucets are costing your business. The first step your business should take is identifying leaks and making necessary repairs. Some leaks are hard to miss. When you notice water damage, damp flooring or walls or a dripping faucet, you know you have a problem. But, some leaks aren’t so easy to identify. These leaks are the ones that are deep in your system and may not lead to immediate damage. But, even slow and small leaks can cost you a lot in the long run. These leaks waste a lot of water, especially if you have several or if they go untreated for weeks or months.

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After a while, even small drips can lead to significant water damage and mould, which can require remodelling and costly repairs. Some water damage can even jeopardise your building’s strength, which can make it dangerous for your employees and customers. Water leaks can be the result of a broken pipe or simply a dated system with corroded pipes and leaky joints. If you suddenly notice that your water bill has increased significantly, it may be due to a water leak. Unfortunately, many businesses have minor leaks that have been contributing to their high water bills for so long that they aren’t aware there is a problem. The best way to avoid expensive and dangerous damage and to start decreasing your water bill is to have an expert check your system for leaks. A professional who does a complete site survey will identify any leaks and then recommend repairs to stop the leaks and help you start saving money as quickly as possible. Water Auditing Water auditing is the process of analysing a company’s system and water use to find out how much water is being used and where cuts can be made to save water and money.

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When you have a water audit, an expert will survey your site, or multiple sites, to find out exactly how water is being used for your business. If you feel that your business is using a lot of water, or your bills are too high, the survey will find out why the use is so high. While you might have a general idea of how water is used at your business, you probably don’t know exactly how it is being used. A survey and audit can be very revealing and help you understand where water is being wasted or where you can cut back to save money.

Water waste can be due to things like underground leaks, inefficient use in production, high volume showers, uncontrolled urinal flushing, leaking swimming pools and so many other sources. Things like incorrect meter readings and faulty water meters can also contribute to high water bills.

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Your business could be paying for any one, or several, of these things without even knowing it. Many of these issues can go unnoticed for months or even years, causing you to be paying too much for water when you could be saving money and even growing your business. There are all kinds of sources of water waste in businesses and without an audit, you may never find out where these are and how you can cut costs. An audit is one of the best ways to find out how your business can save money. Water Monitoring It’s extremely hard to save water when you don’t know how much you are using. When you know exactly how much water you use you can find ways to use it more efficiently. For example, when you monitor your water use and then make some changes to your production systems, you will know right away what kind of impact that change has had on your water use. As you look for ways to conserve water, you will know immediately which solutions work the best, which can lead to even more conservation and more money saved. But, that’s not all water monitoring can bring to your business. When you keep an eye on how much water you are using you can keep your usage in check and make better

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business and production decisions. You will have a clearer picture of what it costs to operate your business and what you need to do to increase your bottom line. A water monitoring system also makes it easy to spot a problem. If your system begins leaking or one of your appliances or fixtures breaks or wears down, you will know immediately because you will see the spike in water use right away. This benefit alone can help you save a lot on your water bill. Many businesses find out they have a leak after they have already been paying high water bills for months. But, if you can identify the problem right away you can fix it immediately and eliminate high water bills and wasted water very quickly. Water monitoring is something few businesses do but is extremely important. When you monitor your water use, you’ll be able find ways to cut back on use, use water more efficiently and spot problems before they become very costly. When you use water more efficiently, cut back on how much you use and eliminate waste, you will be benefiting the environment because you’ll be using less energy. But, you’ll also be benefiting your own business when you won’t be paying for wasted water and start decreasing your monthly water bills. To find out how H2O can save you money please visit http://www.h2obuildingservices.co.uk