Reusing greywater from sinks and showers can save water, but the plumbing must follow specific rules to stay safe. The code separates what can be reused and how it must be handled.
The sources
Greywater comes from showers, bathroom sinks, and laundry, while kitchen and toilet water are excluded and must go to the sewer or septic.
The use
Greywater is usually allowed only for subsurface irrigation, and it must not pool or run off the property.
The separation
Greywater lines stay completely separate from potable water, with no cross-connections and clear marking.
The permit
A greywater system generally needs approval, and the design must meet the local rules. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In New Bedford, the requirements vary by jurisdiction.
The subsurface
Greywater is applied below the surface so it cannot pool or contact people. The code is built around that simple principle.
The call
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Plumbing in New Bedford: what to know
In New Bedford, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
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