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Homeowners rarely concern themselves with plumbing until they discover a leak, run out of hot water, or begin to remodel their house. However, plumbing is one of the key areas in a home where one can reduce monthly utility bills and negative impact to the environment with wise choices and quality installation of systems.
PATH maintains several plumbing technology development projects. Many of the technologies listed in the PATH Technology Inventory can help reduce water waste, as well as water and energy bills. The ToolBase information portal also has descriptions of the latest plumbing systems and their advantages.
PATH Tools
The Rehab Guide Volume 6: Kitchens and Baths September 1999
The Rehab Guides are a series of nine guidebooks to inform the design and construction industry about state-of-the-art materials and innovative practices in housing rehabilitation. Volume 6 includes information on: cabinets; countertops; appliances; sinks and lavatories; tubs and showers; and toilets and bidets.
The Rehab Guide Volume 8: HVAC/Plumbing February 2000
The Rehab Guides are a series of nine guidebooks to inform the design and construction industry about state-of-the-art materials and innovative practices in housing rehabilitation. Volume 8 includes information on these topics among others: HVAC Design and Engineering; Distribution Systems; Indoor Air Quality; Plumbing Design and Engineering; and Fire Protection Systems.
Technology Inventory Spotlight
Air Admittance Vents
Pressure activated, one-way valves for plumbing drainage and vent systems that allow air in but prevent gases from escaping.
Aluminum-Plastic Composite Water Piping
Multipurpose pressure piping that can be used for hot and cold water distribution indoors and outside.
Plastic Plumbing Manifold
Control centers for hot and cold water that feed flexible supply lines to individual fixtures; together with flexible plastic piping offer installation-related cost advantages over conventional plumbing systems.
Re-circulating Sand Filters
Uses a sand filter to reduce pollutants, thereby minimizing the amount of waste deposited in the final soil disposal area.
Tankless Water Heater
Provide hot water when needed without storage, thereby reducing or eliminating standby losses.
Content updated on 10/29/2004