Everybody has had at least one – a dinosaur of a toilet. It sometimes seems like flushing the equivalent of Niagara Falls every time you hit the lever in order to clear the bowl. These commodes work on an average of four to six gallons per flush. This is way too much water to be wasting and can get quite costly. Water conservationists and fixture manufacturers have been working on solving the problem of over-consuming commodes for years. In fact, one of the most powerful arguments against low-flow toilets has been the issue of being under-powered. The first attempts at creating low-flow commodes had demonstrated several flaws. The most obvious flaw was the need to flush more than once to clear the bowl. Therefore, a valid argument could be made against low-flow commodes: “What is the point of having a commode that uses half the amount of water per flush if you need to flush the commode more than once?”Those problems are a thing of the past. New concepts in design allow commodes to be designed to use less water without sacrificing the force of the flush. Most brands have a dual mode flushing design. This means that if liquid matter is being flushed, it can use even less water to clear the bowl. On the other hand, when solids are being passed through the toilet, there is an optional, higher volume, flush. For the general public who have been put off by the first generation of low-flow commodes, take heart. Virtually all manufacturers have worked out the bugs of the low-flow commode. You can now get a satisfying bowl clearing flush using no more than 1.2 gallons of water.
Old water-wasting commodes can be easily identified by the enormous tank that sits on the back of the bowl. When you are ready to take the plunge and trade in your old water hog commode, give Gary’s Quality Plumbing a call. (972) 424-6479. We will help you choose the right commode for your style, décor, and needs. This includes ADA compliant toilets with higher seating rims. There are many brands and styles available and we have no doubt that we will satisfy your needs.
