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All About Water As Told by The Plumber Who's Seen It All
This fun illustrated book tells the complete story of water. Readers learn about water use, re-use, plumbing design and much more. The history of water through the ages and municipal codes governing public water supplies are also discussed. It is a fun and educational book co-written by a LEED-AP Certified plumber with over 40 years experience.
The book is easy to read and full of valid, verifiable and highly useful information. The target audience is first-time homeowners, but anyone who uses water will benefit from reading this fun little book no matter how you get your water. The artwork is engaging and explanatory of the concepts covered. ‘A picture is worth a thousand words’ is the concept behind this volume which is packed with valuable information and a fun picture story.
Readers learn about water use including how to safely re-use graywater – the water used to clean laundry, dishes or ourselves. Plumbing design is discussed and illustrated in easy to understand schematics. Chapters and related artwork highlight efficient outdoor irrigation and planting as well as plumbing design, fixtures, features and much more. The business of water could not be left out. A chapter on municipal codes governing public water supplies includes information about the cost of water, how to read and understand your water bill as well as discussion about the complexities of municipal water management. Water managers, as much as medical professionals, are concerned with public health and safety. Every living thing requires clean water to live and providing that water is a complex process.
The book is easy to read and full of valid, verifiable and highly useful information. The target audience is first-time homeowners, but anyone who uses water will benefit from reading this fun little book no matter how you get your water. The artwork is engaging and explanatory of the concepts covered. ‘A picture is worth a thousand words’ is the concept behind this volume which is packed with valuable information and a fun picture story.
Readers learn about water use including how to safely re-use graywater – the water used to clean laundry, dishes or ourselves. Plumbing design is discussed and illustrated in easy to understand schematics. Chapters and related artwork highlight efficient outdoor irrigation and planting as well as plumbing design, fixtures, features and much more. The business of water could not be left out. A chapter on municipal codes governing public water supplies includes information about the cost of water, how to read and understand your water bill as well as discussion about the complexities of municipal water management. Water managers, as much as medical professionals, are concerned with public health and safety. Every living thing requires clean water to live and providing that water is a complex process.
102 pages, Paperback
First published September 29, 2017
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November 1, 2017
I'm not a plumber, I am a writer who was asked to help write this book. It was a labor of passion for the future of Mother Earth by Greg Chick and me. Greg is a 40+ year plumber who is extremely knowledgeable in 'green' plumbing. He is on the San Diego team that certifies Green buildings (LEED).
I have been a homeowner for 40+ years and thought I knew a lot about plumbing, fixtures, hot water heaters outdoor irrigation, but I was wrong. I learned SO MUCH by helping Greg with this book. He wanted to make sure that everyone could easily understand a complex subject, so we found the perfect person to create fun illustrations to make the points come to life.
This little book is easy to read, full of good information and a must-have for anyone who uses water, especially first-time homeowners. GIve it a look, you won't be disappointed. The publisher has it for 20% off through year-end.
I have been a homeowner for 40+ years and thought I knew a lot about plumbing, fixtures, hot water heaters outdoor irrigation, but I was wrong. I learned SO MUCH by helping Greg with this book. He wanted to make sure that everyone could easily understand a complex subject, so we found the perfect person to create fun illustrations to make the points come to life.
This little book is easy to read, full of good information and a must-have for anyone who uses water, especially first-time homeowners. GIve it a look, you won't be disappointed. The publisher has it for 20% off through year-end.
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