WAYS TO CONSERVE WATER
INSIDE
Brushing Teeth
Don’t run water while brushing teeth. Fill a glass for rinsing.
Faucets
Repair leaks and install a low-flow aerator.
Pipes
Wrap hot water pipes with insulation to avoid waiting for hot water.
Shaving
Use a partially filled sink or short blasts of water to rinse your razor.
Bathing
An average tub holds more than 50 gallons of water. Conserve water by only partially filling the tub.
Shower
Install water-saving shower heads. Turn off water while soaping up or shampooing. Take shorter showers.
Drinking
Keep a bottle of water in the refrigerator and use ice instead of running the tap until water is cold.
Toilet
Add food coloring to the water in the tank. If color appears in the bowl without flushing, there is a leak. Fix or replace toilet.
Dishwasher & Washer
Run only full loads. Remodel with machines that use less water and are more energy efficient.
WAYS TO CONSERVE WATER
OUTSIDE
Sidewalks and Driveways
Use a broom instead of a water hose to clean debris from patios, driveways and sidewalks.
Sprinklers
Don’t water the pavement! Position sprinklers so that lawn and garden receive all the water.
Lawn Care
Deep soak weekly in the early morning or evening when the least evaporation occurs. Aerate lawn.
Landscaping
Drought-tolerant plants need less water. Mulch your garden to slow evaporation.
Mowing
Longer grass means less evaporation. Let grass grow taller in hot, dry weather. Set the mower one notch higher.
Car Washing
Use a bucket to wash. Keep a nozzle on the hose to save water. Use a commercial car wash that recycles water.
Pool Care
Use a pool cover to keep water clean and reduce evaporation. Recycle water for use on lawn or garden.
Valves and Hoses
Regularly check pipes, hoses, valves and faucets for leaks.
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