Green Plumbing Environmentally Sound Practices

Green Plumbing... one of the fastest growning topics in the plumbing industry. Green Plumbing is basically plumbing that uses less energy, less water, less chemicals for a better, cleaner environment (and a lower utilities bill).

Systems That Conserve Water

From toilets that use less water per flush to faucets that use less water to showerheads that use less water, at JW & DE Ryan we specialize in fixtures that both function well and conserve water.

We feature Kohler, Toto, and American Standard kitchen and bath fixtures that lead the industry in water efficient designs.

Hot Water Heating Systems

Hot water heating is the second largest energy hog in most Vermont homes. By choosing the right equipment, locating it properly, and utilizing effective hot water re-cirulation systems when appropriate, substantial reductions in energy cost and hot water waste can be achieved.


We of a range of innovative water heating products:

  • Tankless water heaters by Rinnai that have several distinct advantages. They are very efficient and only heat hot water as you use it with no stand-by losses. They are very compact, so they save space and can be located very close to your primary points of use which can help save time and water waiting for hot water to arrive after opening a tap.
  • Heat Pump Water Heaters: These small, efficient, and compact water heaters are installed in conjunction with an existing water heater and extract heat from your basement or utility space to heat your hot water with unbelievably efficiency. This results in water heating cost that are lower than any other alternative in our area. We feature heat pump water heaters by AirGenerate.
  • Drain cleaning is a big part of our business. We feature remote camera inspection of drain systems that prevents unnecessary excavation and property damage. We also use the latest environmentally-friendly biological drain openers.
  • Hot water re-circulations systems make sense in many applications. We feature Grundfos pumps and controls that an deliver hot water quickly to your points of use and will sharply reduce hot water waste.

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