In our previous blog post, we talked about the use of greywater and its increasing popularity as a means of conserving much needed water. As with most things, however, its important to weigh up the advantages as well as the disadvantages to using greywater. We also need to evaluate how practical it would be to use it in our own households.
Advantages to using greywater
Disadvantages to using greywater
As we can see from this brief summary, greywater usage has many advantages, but research must be done to determine if it is a good option for you and your area.
Advantages to using greywater
- Greywater is good for use in irrigation, it can be used as a means to supply water for landscaping. This is especially beneficial in areas that are prone to drought. Its use for irrigation in public parks and golf courses also prove to be a money saver for the community.
- It is not just new construction homes that can incorporate greywater systems, they can be installed in older homes as well. Some areas even offer tax incentives for having a greywater system, but make sure you check if that’s the case for your specific area first.
- Another added benefit that may not immediately spring to mind, is that by using dish water for irrigation, nutrients that are found in it can help the soil.
Disadvantages to using greywater
- While greywater is not as hazardous as blackwater, care should still be taken in the proper handling of greywater to ensure that it doesn’t present a serious health threat
- Not all plumbers are acquainted with greywater systems, so make sure that whoever you hire to fit one, is familiar with these kinds of systems. This can be very expensive, and maintenance and parts may also be very pricey
As we can see from this brief summary, greywater usage has many advantages, but research must be done to determine if it is a good option for you and your area.
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