Recent headlines from California have highlighted the dire need for water in the country’s western states. In the Greater Cincinnati/Dayton area, where rainfall is a regular event, our water management concerns generally focus on how to lower our municipal water bill.

According to Consumer Reports, “About half of the water you use every day goes down the bathroom drain. Toilets are the biggest water hogs, followed by showerheads and faucets.” In our home, daily use of washing machine, dishwasher, and summertime lawn sprinkling cause our water bill to significantly increase. Add a spouse, two teenagers and two college-age kids that love long, hot showers, and it’s clear why water-saving tips are today’s topic.

Water-Saving Toilets… Are They Worth It?
As one who grew up with a “high volume” toilet, moving to a water saver model has been a challenge (not too-mention using the 1-ply TP that seems to help the low-volume water-flushing process). If one has to flush multiple times, what’s really being saved? In our case, we have chosen to retain our older models and seek water reduction opportunities elsewhere. For example, we check our toilet tanks for leaks about once a year by placing food coloring in the tank, waiting several minutes, and seeing if it dribbles down into the bowl.

If a low-flow toilet is important to you, Consumer Reports suggests the models below as good options for “flush power”, quietness, and value:

• St. Thomas Creations Richmond Eco 6123.218 – $350
• American Standard Champion 4 Max 2586.128ST.020 – $240
• Glacier Bay N2428E – $100
• Aquasource AT1203-00 – $100

One last point on toilet maintenance for both low and high-flow toilets: Don’t flush what you didn’t eat. Toilets have limitations, too.

Improved Showerheads and Faucets
Because we recognize our inflexibility in the toilet area AND we want to be environmentally supportive, we’ve chosen to save water by replacing our high-volume showerheads and taps with low-flow versions. We like this approach, especially with our shower-loving kids around. Not only do WaterSense showerheads help lower our water bill, they also reduce wear-and-tear on our water heater (an energy saver).

Calculate your usage
Use the simple calculator below to estimate how much water, energy, and money you can save by installing WaterSense labeled products in your home or apartment:

 

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Call or Contact Ray today (513) 396-5300We always come highly recommended and have earned an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau for our expert quality of service.

My husband is the proud father of four terrific, almost-grown kids. Our 24th Father’s Day together is upon us. Finding the right gift each year is a challenge. We’ve gifted him with beer so many times we’re embarrassed by our lack of creativity. Fortunately, he’s Irish and doesn’t mind.

This year, however, our focus is home improvements. With a tiny bit of plumbing (and by plumbing I mean “move the dryer gas line to a better position”), the man cave that is our basement could be more functional for him (and by “for him” I mean “for me”).

As it happens, a few weeks ago the professionals at Allied Reddi-Rooter came by to fix a leaky exterior faucet. While there, we chatted about options for improving our basement washer/dryer setup so laundry time could be more efficient.

Free Estimates Over the Phone or In Person
In our situation, the Allied plumber recommended a simple gas line adjustment (about $150)that would allow us to move the dryer next to the washing machine. Shuh-uh – we’ve been frustrated by our laundry situation for over 20 years when $150 (only $120 with the 20% off Father’s Day coupon) could resolve the situation.

Guess what my husband is getting for Father’s Day? A sleek, new, beer-filled mini-fridge that fits precisely in the spot where the dryer used to be.

Competitive Prices: No Bait and Switch
How many times have you received a quote only to have the price go up when the work is performed? Not with Allied. In my case, I anticipated a $300+ bill when they came to perform a faucet repair, based on the telephone estimate. In reality, the fix was far simpler than anticipated. My final bill was just $95. Truly, Allied could’ve easily performed the $300 fix and I would’ve been none the wiser. They were honest from start to finish and explained my true plumbing issue. I was sold on Allied at that very moment.

Water You Waiting For? Look around and consider how a new plumbing can do improve your home life. From shiny new faucets to connecting fridges with icemakers, from wet bars to clearing up wet basement floors with sump pumps, the professionals at Allied Reddi-Rooter will joyfully assist with your home improvements. Give Dad the best this year. Give him an Allied Reddi-Rooter plumber. Call or Contact Ray today (513) 396-5300 for a free estimate.  We always come highly recommended and have earned an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau for our expert quality of service.

With that many options at your fingertips, what does it take to win customer loyalty? According to http://powerofcustomerservice.blogspot.com, “loyalty is earned by practicing the three components of customer care…customer service, customer satisfaction, and customer retention.”

Customer Service
You Know It When You See It. The old saw “good help is hard to find” seems increasingly prevalent these days. From an employer’s point of view, an eager, knowledgeable, happy employee that loves their work and their customers is a rare find. Employees who take forth the company’s message with pride and joy are a pleasure; they willingly share their knowledge with customers in a professional and educational manner. At Allied, we are blessed with highly skilled and professional tradespeople who love what they do.

From a customer’s experience, having a service-oriented tradesperson in your home is like winning the lottery. They listen to your concern, they perform an on-site investigation to determine the root cause of the problem, they provide you with a no-nonsense diagnosis, an estimate of the cost/payment options and the time to complete the job. What more could one ask for?

Providing solid customer service is no easy task – our employees have no prior knowledge of the your background. Every interaction is finely orchestrated waltz of managing expectations, influencing decisions, and winning you, a complete stranger, over to “our side.” We are very sensitive to the number of choices you have among local plumbers and we work hard to win your trust.

Retention, Retention, Retention
Remember that 1970’s shampoo commercial tagline “and she told two friends, and they told two friends…”? Word of mouth is huge when it comes to customer retention. This is a small town and word travels fast when it comes service. At Allied Reddi-Rooter, your kind words about our abilities and performance are highly valued. We enjoy our strong relationships with our customers – without you, we are nothing. This quote from Janet Robinson sums it up nicely “Repeat business…can be bribed. Loyalty has to be earned.”

Customer Satisfaction – You Like Us, You REALLY Like Us!
If our Facebook reviews are an indication, our customers are pleased with our service, prices, and professionalism. Meeting expectations is the hardest part of our work (the plumbing is all mechanics, a snap compared to meeting ever-evolving and frequently unspoken customer expectations).

Thank You, Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and Dayton Areas
At Allied Reddi-Rooter, we’re humbled and grateful that after decades in the regional plumbing business, our customers continued faith and trust in us is strong. Our appreciation for your recommendations to friends and family is enormous. From the bottom of our heart, we thank you for you welcoming us into your homes and businesses and keeping us on your speed dial.

Call today and we’re on our way! Our professions, personable, and highly knowledgeable plumbers are available 24/7 to serve your plumbing needs.

Call or Contact Ray today (513) 396-5300We always come highly recommended and have earned an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau for our expert quality of service.