PI5: WaterSense labeled toilets, showerheads, lavatory faucets and accessories (all must comply; details below)

• Toilets: ≤1.28 gpf 
• Showerheads: ≤2.0 gpm. Exception: one (1) showerhead may be ≤2.5 gpm 
• Lavatory faucets: ≤1.5 gpm

Purpose

WaterSense is a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency program designed to encourage water efficiency through the use of a special label on consumer products. This label distinguishes the product as one that is beneficial for the environment through design that minimizes water use while meeting specific performance criteria. EPA criteria must be met in order for a product to receive a WaterSense label.

Criteria

WaterSense labeled toilets, showerheads, lavatory faucets and accessories (all must comply; Details below): 

• Toilets: ≤1.28 gpf 
• Showerheads: ≤2.0 gpm. Exception: one (1) showerhead may be ≤2.5 gpm 
• Lavatory faucets: ≤1.5 gpm

Additional Resources

A list of WaterSense labeled fixtures can be found here.

Confirmation 

• The builder must present documentation demonstrating compliance of criteria to the EarthCraft Technical Advisor prior to submitting project for certification. 
• The EarthCraft Technical Advisor will review documentation provided by the builder for compliance