MAKING THE SWITCH TO WATER-SAVING TOILETS: WORTH IT?
- Definitely agree, those older tanks from the 70s and 80s just don’t play nice with modern guts. Spent way too much time fighting with one in a rental last year—ended up just swapping the whole thing.
- The “flush feel” is a real thing. Some of the newer models are a bit underwhelming at first, but once you get used to it, you barely notice.
- One thing I’d add: check your water pressure before blaming the toilet. Low pressure can make even the best low-flow toilet seem weak.
- If you’ve got multiple bathrooms, maybe try one upgrade first before committing to the whole house. Some folks in my area regret doing them all at once.
- All in all, the water savings are legit, especially if you’re on a meter or a well. Just gotta be ready for a little trial and error.
MAKING THE SWITCH TO WATER-SAVING TOILETS: WORTH IT?
I’m with you on the water savings—those numbers add up quick, especially if you’ve got a big household or pay close attention to your utility bills. I do think some low-flow models from a few years back gave the whole concept a bad rap, though. The tech has come a long way. Curious if anyone’s had issues with clogs? I’ve heard complaints about that but haven’t run into it myself. Maybe it depends on brand or just the plumbing setup?
Curious if anyone’s had issues with clogs? I’ve heard complaints about that but haven’t run into it myself. Maybe it depends on brand or just the plumbing setup?
In my experience, clogging usually comes down to the rough-in and drain line slope more than the toilet itself, unless you’re dealing with really old pipes. Some brands do better with solids, but honestly, I haven’t seen a big difference between the newer models. Anyone actually compared dual-flush to standard low-flow for performance? That’s one thing I haven’t tested side by side yet.
Anyone actually compared dual-flush to standard low-flow for performance?
- Just put dual-flush in our new place. Haven’t had a clog yet, but honestly, the “full flush” isn’t that much stronger than the regular low-flow at my old apartment.
- I do like having the option, though. Feels like I’m saving water without sacrificing much.
- Our plumber said the main thing is making sure the drain line has enough slope—otherwise, even the best toilet will struggle.
- If you’re worried about clogs, maybe check what’s going on under the floor before blaming the toilet itself.
Yeah, I’ve noticed the same thing—dual-flush feels nice for saving water, but the “full” flush isn’t a huge upgrade over regular low-flow. For me, it’s more about peace of mind on the water bill. Also, totally agree about the plumbing. We had a weird clog once and it turned out to be an old pipe issue, not the toilet. Worth checking if you’re having problems.