Conservation Tips & Helpful Ways to Save Water & Money
- Repair all leaks in toilets, faucets, and water-using appliances.
- Use washing machines and dishwashers only on full loads.
- Take shorter showers and shallower baths. Showers use more water than baths.
- Turn off water while brushing teeth, shaving, washing dishes, etc.
- Install flow restrictors in faucets and shower heads.
- Reduce number of toilet flushes per day and install water displacement inserts in toilets that use over 1.6 gallons per flush.
- Use sink and tub stoppers.
- Keep bottle of chilled drinking water in refrigerator instead of running the faucet to get a drink.
- Make sure water softeners are working properly.
- Adjust water-using appliances to use minimum amount of water to achieve appliance’s purpose.
- Use a shut-off nozzle when washing your car.
- Plant water-saving plants, trees, and shrubs – particularly native species. Mulch to retain water. Water early in the morning to reduce evaporation.
- Cover your pool or spa to reduce water evaporation.
- Monitor your water bill for unusually high use. Your bill and water meter are tools that can help you discover leaks.