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Aquor's House Hydrant - A Modern, Durable and Sleek Outdoor Faucet
Chances are, you might not think of your hose bibb, or outdoor faucet, too often. But they’re very useful, and some hose bibs are more durable - and good looking - than others. Green Builder Matt Hoots recently … more...
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Faucets and Controls
0 replies | 1566 views | Posted on: 03/27/2025 | Last updated: 04/17/2025
Rainstick Showers - Higher Water Pressure, Using 80% Less Water?
The Rainstick shower seems to offer the impossible, delivering high water pressure, while using a lot less water. If you’re concerned about lower water pressure, this product can deliver a better experience for you while sti… more...
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Plumbing
0 replies | 2917 views | Posted on: 03/15/2024 | Last updated: 08/28/2024
There are more to toilets than just low flow
When low-flow toilets were introduced to the market decades ago, they were a complete failure. Toilet manufacturers took older models and changed a few parts to be compliant. I even remember in the '90s, people installed the… more...
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Other
0 replies | 2014 views | Posted on: 03/27/2023 | Last updated: 09/01/2023
Niagara's One Piece Phantom Toilet - Save on Water Bills and Look Good Doing It
Niagara’s Phantom One Piece Toilet with Stealth Technology looks great, flushes quietly, and saves on water bills. We think Green Builder Matt Hoots may have had too much fun talking toilets with Ma… more...
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Toilets
0 replies | 2650 views | Posted on: 03/27/2023 | Last updated: 04/17/2023
Hybrid Heat Pump Water Heaters by Rheem - 3x More Energy Efficient (Video)
Join Matt Hoots and Alan from Rheem for an introduction to Rheem's Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heaters. These water heaters are hybird as the combine a heat pump with traditional water heating technology. … more...
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Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heaters
0 replies | 8747 views | Posted on: 07/20/2020 | Last updated: 02/02/2023
VIDEO: Learning about the Benefits and Experience of Wall Hung Washlet Toilets, with Toto
Have you been wondering about washlet toilets, but maybe you were afraid to ask? Bill Strang of Toto explained how these toilets work during an interview with Matt Hoots at the National Builders and Kitchen and Bathroo… more...
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Toilets
0 replies | 7439 views | Posted on: 09/08/2020 | Last updated: 01/24/2023
The Ghost of 1953 - An Installation Story
It appeared to be a typical installation—or so it seemed. The bright and crisp fall morning of Santa Monica, California, boasted the fragrant perfume of night blooming jasmine coalesced with ocean air. Our technical manag… more...
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Water Conservation
0 replies | 1118 views | Posted on: 10/23/2021 | Last updated: 12/21/2022
Helvex Waterless Urinals: Increasing Water Efficiency while Saving Money, Maintenance, and Energy
Green Builder Matt Hoots was fortunate to engage in a great and informative conversation focused on waterless urinals with Stefana Naicu, and Gerardo Roa of Helvex, a leading Americas manufacturer of water saving bathroom fixtures and… more...
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Waterless Urinals
0 replies | 11451 views | Posted on: 03/02/2021 | Last updated: 11/10/2021
Free Webinar: Rheem Proterra Hybrid Electric Water Heater 101, November 5, 3 - 4pm
The newest Rheem® Proterra Hybrid Electric Water Heater is easy to sell, install and service. It’s the most efficient water heater available, offering free cooling as a side benefit of wherever it is installed, making it easy for … more...
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Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heaters
1 replies | 803 views | Posted on: 10/24/2020 | Last updated: 04/15/2021
Free Webinar: Rheem Proterra Hybrid Electric Water Heater 101, November 3, 10:30am - 11am
The newest Rheem® Proterra Hybrid Electric Water Heater is easy to sell, install and service. It’s the most efficient water heater available, offering free cooling as a side benefit of wherever it is installed, making it easy for … more...
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Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heaters
0 replies | 1638 views | Posted on: 10/24/2020 | Last updated: 10/26/2020
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