is the founder and president of The Water Scrooge, which offers maintenance-free, tamper-proof water conservation tools to landlords and homeowners. The Water Scrooge is based in Lynbrook, N.Y.
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Property managers at buildings where water bills are included with rent are footing the bill for...
One in five toilets has a leak!
While that number may surprise you, the fact of the matter is that...
Everyone involved with property management wants to conserve water, especially those of us...
For landlords or managers of multi-tenant properties, the idea of submetering water usage can feel...
If you're reading this, it means you care. And that's a start.
When people say: - "We've come so...
The Toilet Scrooge™ toilet leak prevention device can be installed under any tank toilet using hose...
Let's start off with a couple of facts. You're one in 7.9 billion people who need fresh water to...
Unlike leak detection solutions in the market, The Toilet Scrooge™ prevents leaks instead of just...
As a landlord, getting an unusually high bill could mean a few things...
It's a mistake (which it...
Did you know the third week of every March is Fix a Leak Week?
Yep, that’s right! The Environmental...
When we install the SMART VALVE™, we reduce your water bill by 25%! Landlords are raving about our ...
The average American family of four uses about 400 gallons of water per day. 80% of the country by...
What's worse than a leaky toilet? A lot of them! According to the Environmental Protection Agency...
Clear your mind, and imagine this— one trillion gallons of water.
Having some trouble? We don't...
People love the sound of running water. Be it babbling brooks, cascading waterfalls, or ocean...
Many people have questions about the Smart Valve™, and we are happy to "clear the air" (😉). The...
Why is there inaccuracy in your water meter?
It's simply a matter of the physics of delivering...
Do you know how much you are paying (or overpaying) on monthly water bills each month? Did you know...
Landlords are always looking for ways to prevent toilet leaks. Not only are leaks unpredictable,...
Landlords are always looking for ways to save, especially when it comes to water. Not only is water...
As the landlord of a large building in the Tri-state area, you know exactly how much you spend on...
If you’re a property owner who includes utilities as part of the lease agreement, one of the best...
The Water Scrooge is thrilled to announce an exclusivity deal with the Canadian water conservation...
Running a condo or co-op management company isn't always glamorous.
As a landlord in New York City, you are required to pay tenant water bills.
The idea that we should conserve water has been around for enough generations that it’s been...
It's been called "the champagne of drinking water," and for good reason. Compared to other major...
Leaking toilets and pipes are the kind of thing that keeps landlords up at night. Not only can they...
New York, along with other major metro areas nationwide, is at risk for a water shortage crisis...
Landlords in New York City have it tough. By law, landlords are required to pay for their tenants’...
Water is a hot commodity.
In New York City, the cost for 100 cubic feet of water is $10.33.
Fun fact: Water costs have increased by 300 percent in New York City since 2000.
Water is the largest expense for building owners in New York today. Not only do landlords need to...
Owning a multi-family building comes with many duties, including maintaining units, managing staff,...
As a landlord looking for ways to maximize your rental income, you've probably stumbled across lots...
The average American showers for 8 minutes, consuming about 20 gallons of water each session. For...
Water prices have exploded across the US in the past few years. If you’re a landlord, you may well...
Water is one of the highest utility costs landlords face, and it’s impossible to control this...
What do Sony Playstation, the sitcom Friends, and water saving toilets have in common?
All were...
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When renovating apartments in NYC, it's important to think ahead. Smart and thorough planning can...
Water efficient fixtures promise a lot—it's easy to see why they are so popular.
After all, who...
Great apartment maintenance technicians are gold.
Find one who is trustworthy, speedy, and...
"Come one, come all," sounds good unless you're talking about prospective tenants. The fact is,...
The Eiffel Tower. The Panama Canal. The Burj Khalifa.All of these structural marvels have one thing...
Now you're in New York. These streets will make you feel brand new; the lights will inspire you.
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The Eiffel Tower. The Panama Canal. The Burj Khalifa.All of these structural marvels have one thing...
Filling apartment vacancies has never been easier.
Don't believe us?
The U.S. rental population is...