Green Water Questions

Is the use of PEX -- the plastic tubing for water piping in homes -- green?

— Jim Stephens Emporia, KS

Polly Osborne, AIA, LEED AP

Answered by Polly Osborne, AIA, LEED AP

Los Angeles, CA

Polly Osborne Architects

April 27, 2011

We currently have a water softener which uses salt. I got an ad for a ScaleRID device. Does anyone know if this works and how well?

— Sharon Haislip Brookline, MO

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on January 3, 2012

I'm looking for a completely self-sufficient water system for a residence. Do you have recommendations?

— Ann Reston, VA

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on November 30, 2011

Is using PVC pipe for the main water line from the meter to our home unhealthy?

— Shelly M Simi Valley, CA

Answered by Bill Bradbury on July 18, 2011

I need suggestions for greywater systems and water-efficient toilets.

— Marjorie Wax Baltimore, MD

Answered by Jason Kliwinski on June 20, 2011

Is the use of PEX -- the plastic tubing for water piping in homes -- green?

— Jim Stephens Emporia, KS

Answered by Polly Osborne, AIA, LEED AP on April 27, 2011

I can't find anyone who can install a rainwater collection system. I have plumbed my house to use rainwater for flushing.

— Richard Pietrafesa Syracuse, NY

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on March 17, 2011

Do you have any recommendations for water softeners?

— vern ladd San Jose, CA

Answered by Liberty Phoenix Lord on March 4, 2011

I need a new water filtration system on our well at home and was wondering what the least toxic systems are. Any ideas?

— Russ Hamlet Bainbridge Island, WA

Answered by Matthew O'Toole on January 28, 2011

Has anyone ever used the Easy Water no-salt water conditioning system?

— Thank You, MArk Gamba Whippany, NJ

Answered by Matthew O'Toole on July 26, 2010

I'm seeking bids to repipe my house. PVC is recommended by all three plumbing bidders. Is it safe?

— Gail Tyree

Answered by Michael Heacock on January 14, 2010

 

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