7.8101.1 Shower Head and Faucet Aerator

Topic:

Water Heating

Subtopic:

Water Use Reduction

Desired Outcome:

Energy and water use reduced while occupant needs for water flow maintained

Note:

The authority having jurisdiction may require that a licensed professional perform certain tasks outlined in this detail.

Single-Family Homes Manufactured Housing

Title	Specification(s)	Objective(s)
7.8101.1a Work assessment	Installer pre-work assessment will be conducted to determine if plumbing needs correction before installing high-efficiency shower head or faucet	Verify scope of work
7.8101.1b Selection	The rated flow of new shower heads will be 2.5 gallons per minute ( GPM GPM Gallons per minute ) or less If multiple heads are provided, the total flow rate will not exceed 2.5 GPM GPM Gallons per minute Aerator flow rate will be 2.2 GPM GPM Gallons per minute or less Features will be selected that meet any special needs of the occupant (e.g., shut off, swivel, handheld showers)	Reduce water and energy consumption Ensure occupant satisfaction
7.8101.1c Installation	Equipment will be installed in accordance with manufacturer specifications and meet all applicable building codes Water quality will be evaluated for debris that may clog the equipment Once installed, high-efficiency shower heads or faucet aerators will be tested to determine if equipment is tightened adequately to prevent leakage at the point of connection If needed, shower diverter will be repaired or replaced Any penetrations to the exterior of the home created by the installation of the equipment will be sealed Any damage done to the house during installation will be repaired Specific information about proper maintenance of the equipment will be provided to the occupant Warranty information, operation manuals, and installer contact information will be provided to the occupant Water flow that satisfies the occupant will be provided by all shower heads and faucet aerators Occupant's acceptance of the shower head and/or aerator will be documented	Reduce water and energy consumption Ensure occupant satisfaction with water flow Eliminate water leakage Prevent water damage
7.8101.1d Decommissioning	Replaced shower heads and faucet aerators will be recycled or disposed of properly	Prevent the reuse of inefficient equipment and components

Title	Specification(s)	Objective(s)
7.8101.1a Work assessment	Installer prework assessment will be conducted to determine if plumbing needs corrected before installing high-efficiency shower head or faucet	Verify scope of work
7.8101.1b Selection	The rated flow of new shower heads will be 2.5 gallons per minute ( GPM GPM Gallons per minute ) or less If multiple heads are provided, the total flow rate will not exceed 2.5 GPM GPM Gallons per minute Aerator flow rate will be 2.2 GPM GPM Gallons per minute or less All work shall be completed by a licensed plumbing professional where required by the authority having jurisdiction and installed to industry-accepted standards	Reduce water and energy consumption Ensure occupant satisfaction
7.8101.1c Installation	Equipment will be installed in accordance with manufacturer specifications and meet all applicable building codes Water quality will be evaluated for debris that may clog the equipment Once installed, high-efficiency shower heads or faucet aerators will be tested to determine if equipment is tightened adequately to prevent leakage at the point of connection If needed, shower diverter will be repaired or replaced Any penetrations to the exterior of the home created by the installation of the equipment will be sealed Any damage done to the house during installation will be repaired Specific information about proper maintenance of the equipment will be provided to the occupant Warranty information, operation manuals, and installer contact information will be provided to the occupant Water flow that satisfies the occupant will be provided by all shower heads and faucet aerators Occupant's acceptance of the shower head and/or aerator will be documented	Reduce water and energy consumption Ensure occupant satisfaction with water flow Eliminate water leakage Prevent water damage
7.8101.1d Decommissioning	Replaced shower heads and faucet aerators will be recycled or disposed of properly	Prevent the reuse of inefficient equipment and components