In our previous blog, Blackwater. Is that a thing? We explored the basics of greywater, the heck it actually is, and how it can affect our environment. We explored the ugly and the bad – but with every con on our list, we can find more pro points as technology and sanitary systems evolve. Sound a bit like the world is being run by intelligent toilets.

So, what are the most significant advantages and disadvantages of getting a greywater system installed?

Basic diversion systems involve a hands-on owner and are prone to smell due to ill maintenance and unskilled installation. A prime example is Harry down the road; he un-linked his bathroom plumbing outlet and ran a hose to his wife’s prize roses, which now smell like a raw sewerage plant.

Untreated greywater should only be diverted and not use in regular irrigation system unless needed in times of drought. Greywater reuse will assist in keeping your garden alive when you are unable to water with municipal water.

But and there is always a but. High tech systems enable a more permanent usage of greywater and, when professionally installed, can be used for non-potable functions like flushing the loo. On average, a standard household can use over 40 0000 litres in showers and loo flushing alone.

Did you know that a professionally installed greywater and rainwater system of an average four-person household will produce enough water to sustain a small garden throughout the year? Well-points and boreholes installed and filtered when needed can be used in non-potable points in your home. Yes, when filtered, the same non-potable water used to water your garden or top up your pool can be used to wash the laundry and even flush the loo.

A greywater system, in the long run, not only saves your hard-earned rands on your municipal water bill, but it also saves our natural resources.

Don’t be a Harry; speak to one of our experts at Bosman Plumbing for all your greywater needs.

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In our previous blog, To grey or not to grey, we explored Bosman plumbing’s suggested greywater usage and the reasoning behind it and why water, a natural resource, needs preserving. In our next few posts, we will be exploring the concept and how to go about assessing and remodelling a system designed to meet your personal needs.

But first- what is the difference between greywater and wastewater?

All water that is not potable is normally referred to as greywater. We can group these as rainwater, untreated borehole water or wastewater from a bath, basin, or shower. It is, however, essential to distinguish between the different sources of such water. Wastewater from baths, showers, hand washbasins and washing machines is greywater, but wastewater from a kitchen sink or dishwasher is not greywater but is considered raw sewage.

A line is also drawn between non-potable water collected from the shower, bath, basin, and laundry and that from a toilet or urinal water which is referred to as black water.

The reasoning behind distinguishing between non-potable water, greywater and wastewater are to assess reuse purposes and the system needed. Health, safety, and sanitation needs should prioritize the use of any non-potable water. Greywater can become saturated with unhealthy levels of salts and other chemical compounds from non-environmental soaps used.

Before assessing where and how to implement a greywater system, households should research what plant types can cope with greywater. Soil quality can deteriorate over time with incorrect use, and greywater combined with wastewater and contribute to non-sanitary areas.

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In our previous blog, The scary world of bathroom and kitchen remodelling, we explored Bosman plumbing’s remodelling strategies for installing that shiny new chef’s kitchen and your very own bathroom sanctuary; we also touched on the question of greywater usage.

Later this month, we will be celebrating World Water Day on the 22 March.

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 6 on water and sanitation (SDG 6) seeks to ensure safe drinking water and sanitation for all, focusing on the sustainable management of water resources, wastewater and ecosystems and acknowledging the importance of an enabling environment. In the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, countries have committed to engage in systematic follow-up and review of progress towards the Goals and targets, using a set of global indicators. “UN Policy and reference.”

Water is a precious natural resource, and there are limits to its availability across South Africa. We all remember the three years of inadequate rainfall, causing dam levels to fall to 25% of capacity by late January 2018. The later critical drop in April brought us close to municipal taps being shut off and Day Zero. We all did our part in saving each little drop, and adequate rainfall and overcapacity dams made the news worldwide.

For March, Bosman plumbing will be dedicating a series of posts on this intriguing subject, taking the grey out of the greywater and how to retrofit your current system. Bosman plumbing supports SDG 6, come and celebrate World Water Month with us.

In our previous blog, That damn checklist and nagging partners [SN1], we explored Bosman plumbing suggested annual water and sanitation fixtures checklist. We have crawled around in the roof. Found a new roof pet and discovered a silver spoon in the drain. What now?

2020 has seen the lowest interest rates for homeowners in years and now is the time to add stability and investment to your future. Unfortunately, home renovation can be scary without a helping hand. The unknown keeps us up at night as we walk over the rubble of our demolished past kitchen or bathrooms.

As industry experts with over 25 years of experience, Bosman Plumbing understands this scary world and assist our clients with guidance, value-added resources and extraordinary service.

Whether you want simple or elaborate, the functionality should be at the heart of your remodel. Bosman Plumbing helps you navigate plumbing needs, lighting, and cabinetry. We assist with that age-old question shower or tub. To hang or not to hand that toilet. Questions about greywater usage and redistribution, to not only save water in your home but benefits the environment, saving you a great deal of money and buffering your savings for the future.

Call one of our dedicated team members at Bosman plumbing for your very own helping hand.

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In our previous blog, Exploring Home Resolutions for 2021 [SN1] we explored Bosman plumbing suggested annual water and sanitation fixtures check.

As industry experts with over 25 years of experience, Bosman Plumbing understands that not all our clients will be wanting or needing an onsite inspection each year.

We have compiled a short checklist for ease of use, pop a copy in your yearly planner or on the fridge. Add a sticky note to your journal or if all else fails, nag your partner to check that sticky, drippy liquid staining your tiles in the kitchen.

Check, check and check!

Geysers – know your Manufacturer Code, Serial, and size. Midnight crawling in scary places to check for size for a blown geyser is not fun. Check support brackets, geyser blankets and drip trays. Stay awhile and admire the local wildlife. Don’t feed the roof pets!

Bath, mixers, and drains – Check seals and waterproofing. Check wet spots; puppy puddles don’t count. Make sure mixers function correctly; we do not like our nuts leaking.

Sanitaryware age and function – broken, chipped and stained fixtures age your home and reduce your investment in it. Make a note of future fixtures needing repair or replacement. Better yet, call one of our dedicated team members at Bosman plumbing to revamp of your favourite throne room.

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