A leaking toilet can waste hundreds of gallons of water a day, driving up your water bills and contributing to unnecessary water consumption. One common culprit behind these leaks is a worn-out toilet flapper. Fortunately, replacing a toilet flapper is a simple and cost-effective way to prevent leaks, save water, and avoid costly repairs.

With growing awareness of water conservation, many are turning to low-flow toilets to reduce water usage. Low-flow toilets typically range from 3 litres to 4.8 litres. Some of the most frequent questions we get at Water Matrix are…

Toilet clogs are a common and frustrating issue in high-traffic commercial spaces like hotels and restaurants. Frequent clogging not only disrupts operations but also leads to costly maintenance and unhappy customers. One of the most effective ways to address this problem is by upgrading to high-performance, UHE Proficiency PRO FLUSH toilets that provide a strong flush while conserving water.

University campuses are major consumers of water, with thousands of students, faculty, and staff relying on campus facilities daily. As sustainability becomes a priority for educational institutions, many are seeking innovative ways to reduce water consumption while maintaining the high standards of service required in these busy environments.

Hospitals are some of the most water-intensive facilities, with the healthcare sector in Canada consuming an estimated 12-15 million cubic meters of water annually. This significant demand comes from the need for sanitation, patient care, and routine hospital operations. However, with growing concerns over water scarcity…

When it comes to choosing, upgrading, or replacing a toilet in your home, it’s essential to select a model that offers reliable performance, comfort, and water efficiency. A high-performing toilet can make a significant difference in your daily routine, not to mention help reduce water usage and save on utility bills. But with so many options on the market, how do you know which one is right for you?

Did you know? Older buildings account for much higher water use than new ones built to be more sustainable. However, these older buildings can be retrofitted to incorporate upgraded water-consuming systems, thereby achieving significant savings in water costs. A complimentary site audit of any condominium building allows Water Matrix to determine which water efficiency measures…

Canadians can expect their water bills to rise significantly in 2022. Some municipalities have already approved the rise in water rates necessary to run wastewater programs and infrastructural upgrades, with plans to increase them further in the coming years. – The rate budget presented to city councillors of Hamilton called for an increase of 4.9…

Save money! Save water! Understanding “Behavioural Waste” and More! Chances are you’ve heard the expression “water is our most precious resource” before. Frankly, that’s because it is and we state that right on the home page of our website. We don’t send missions to the Moon or Mars to look for evidence of water just…

The movement towards buildings that are designed with occupants and the environment in mind is at full force, but how tangible are the benefits from an asset management perspective? In 2012, the Institute for Building Efficiency, an initiative of Johnson Controls, found that the benefits of a green building extends beyond lower energy bills. Green…

High volume water leaks often come from toilets. They are hard to detect and are usually caused by worn or misaligned parts. A toilet that continues to run after flushing could be wasting 20-40 litres of water per hour – that’s 175,000 to 350,000 litres per year, enough water to fill a swimming pool, and…

How long could you survive without water? You could probably survive a few weeks without water for cooking, but most people wouldn’t survive for more than 3 days without water to drink. After all, our bodies are made out of approximately 65% of water. As of January 2015, at least 1,838 drinking water advisories were…

As a property manager, why should you care about water efficiency? One reason is that it’s good for the planet. The other is that it’s good for your bottom line. The fiscal, environmental, and moral reasons for water efficiency and conservation are clear enough, so this post will cover the steps for making conservation a…

Everyone’s pool is a different size and cleanliness varies – but every time you backwash your filter, you’re using between 570 to 1140 litres of water. A pre-filter for your pool’s skimmer basket will reduce the frequency of backwashing by filtering out very small particles of pollen, bugs, and debris. This will help your pool become…