The following items are provided FREE to Plano residents by the Sustainability & Environmental Services Department.
Come by Customer & Utility Services from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday to pick up any of these items. Two convenient locations are available:
Plano Municipal Center
1520 K Ave. |
Joint Use Facility
7501-A N. Independence Pkwy. |
For more information, call (972) 769-4328.
Water Conserving Shower Heads
Low flow shower heads have come a long way over the years. Shop for one at your local hardware store. They are easy to install, they work great and will save a lot of water!
Shower Coaches
Any device that can help you or your family be more aware of the amount of time that is spent in the shower is a great idea! Try to keep shower times down to 5 or 10 minutes. This should be more than enough time to get clean. Remember, the shower is one of the places in the home where a lot of water is used.
Faucet Aerator
By introducing air to the stream, the aerator provides an even spray pattern while conserving water.
Toilet Leak Detection Tablets
Did you know you could have a silent leak in your toilet’s plumbing? Use these dye tablets to check for a leak. It’s easy and the test could save you money. If you don't have leak detection tablets, you can perform this test using food coloring. Simply drop a few drops of food coloring in the rectangle tank of your toilet. Don't use the toilet for at least 10 minutes. If you see the color come through to the bowl, you have a leak in your toilet. Try replacing the rubber flapper. It is usually the culprit and is an easy and inexpensive fix.
Toilet Flapper When purchasing a new rubber flapper for your toilet, be sure to choose one that can stand up to the chlorine in the water. Spend a little more and buy a good one. This is one of the easiest ways to fix a leaking toilet.