High-efficiency plumbing fixtures reduce water and sewer usage in restrooms, kitchens, locker rooms, and other high-traffic areas. Upgrading to efficient fixtures helps buildings cut operating costs, improve performance, and comply with local codes and green building standards.
High-efficiency fixtures include commercial toilets, urinals, faucets, aerators, and showerheads that are designed to deliver the same or better performance while using significantly less water.
Often referred to as low-flow retrofits, these upgrades are quick to install, low in cost, and offer a fast return on investment—especially in high-use environments like schools, offices, healthcare facilities, and public buildings.
Most high-efficiency fixtures meet or exceed EPA WaterSense standards:
Toilets: 1.28 GPF or less
Urinals: 0.5 GPF or less
Faucets & Aerators: 0.5–1.0 GPM (depending on location)
Showerheads: 1.5–2.0 GPM or less
Upgrading outdated or leaking fixtures can reduce water use by 20–50%, with additional sewer cost savings.
Key Benefits:
Cut water and sewer usage by 20–50%
Reduce maintenance issues caused by leaks or stuck valves
Improve user experience with modern sensor and touch-free options
Qualify for utility rebates and WaterSense incentives
Meet code and green building requirements (LEED, CALGreen, etc.)
Fast ROI—often under 2 years for high-use restrooms
Improve ESG performance through reduced water consumption
Modern high-efficiency fixtures use improved flow control, air mixing, and sensor technology to reduce water use without sacrificing performance.
Examples include:
Low-flow toilets and urinals that flush more efficiently
Aerators that maintain pressure while reducing GPM
Sensor-activated faucets that shut off automatically
Tamper-resistant flow regulators for public spaces
Retrofits typically involve swapping out the fixture or installing adapter kits (like aerators) to lower flow rates on existing plumbing.
In addition to lowering water and sewer bills, high-efficiency fixtures reduce hot water usage, cutting gas or electric demand from water heaters. This is especially impactful in buildings with high occupant turnover or large locker/shower areas.
Savings examples:
Faucet retrofits can reduce water usage by 30–60%
Low-flow toilets can save over 13,000 gallons/year per unit
Showers with efficient heads reduce both water and energy use
Schools, offices, health clinics, senior living, multifamily common areas, gyms, and any commercial space with frequent water use in restrooms or locker rooms.
Site Walkthrough or Plumbing Inventory – Document all existing fixtures and flow rates
Rebate Pre-Approval – Apply for available utility rebates or program eligibility
Fixture Selection – Choose compliant WaterSense-certified or utility-approved products
Installation – Install during low-traffic hours with minimal disruption
Performance Check – Ensure flow rates and pressure meet expectations
Incentive Submission – Finalize paperwork and provide savings documentation
High-efficiency fixture projects are often fully or partially funded by utility incentive programs, especially for:
Schools
Multifamily buildings
Healthcare facilities
Municipal customers
Inovis can help:
Apply for prescriptive or custom rebates
Bundle fixtures into larger energy efficiency packages
Replacing outdated toilets, faucets, and showers is one of the fastest ways to reduce your facility’s water and sewer costs. Inovis helps you choose compliant, high-performance fixtures and apply for available rebates.
