If you are looking to conserve water at home and spend less on your bills with public utility records then these tips are for you.
- Keeping the Tap on When You Brush Teeth or Wash Hands: Water can come out at a rate of 2.5 gallons for every minute it runs so don’t let it go to waste while you brush your teeth or scrub your hands.
- Flushing Every Time: This tip may not suit everyone but the toilet can be a water-intensive fixture so you may not need to flush every time.
- Not Fixing Leaks: Whether you fix them yourself or hire a plumber, fixing a leaky faucet will lead to less wasted water.
- Washing Your Car at Home: You are better off going to a car wash that recycles water rather than washing the car at home.
- Taking a Long Shower: An older showerhead can also use more water. Limit the time you spend in the shower to stop wasting water.
- Your Lawn Is Too Big: If you have a large lawn, you are wasting money on watering. It’s even better to lose the lawn completely and go for a landscape that will incorporate water-wise ground cover and plants that thrive with a drought.
- Running Half Loads: This includes loads for your dishwasher and washing machine. Half loads add up to a lot of wasted water.
- Not Paying Attention to Your Water Bill: Look at public utility records. If your water bill gets high suddenly then there is a chance you have a leak. Call a plumber to check any water lines so not only will you water but money as well.
- Watering Plants at the Wrong Time: If you water plants in the early morning, you will need less water. The cooler morning temperatures will mean using less water since less is lost to evaporation.
- Washing Your Dog Inside: If you wash outside you are watering the lawn while cleaning your pet.
