Water Saving Ways

Following are some improvements you can make to save water:

Save Water Inside:

• Keep a container of drinking water in the refrigerator
• Turn faucet off when shaving or brushing your teeth
• Take shorter showers
• Run washing machine and dishwasher with full loads only
• Periodically check all plumbing for any leaks (toilets, faucets, shower heads, water heater pressure relief valves, water softeners, irrigation, etc.)
• Install Low-Flow toilets
• Install Low-Pressure shower heads
• Install a tankless water heater
• Install water-saving aerators on all faucets
• Replace toilets, washing machines & dishwashers with water-saving models
• Reduce the amount of time that your water softener regenerates

Save Water Outside

• Be sure irrigation system is working efficiently with no broken parts or leaks
• Water in the early morning or late evening
• Water slowly to reduce run off and to allow deep penetration
• Use drought-resistant plants in your landscaping
• Use compost or mulch around plants to help retain moisture
• Keep grass longer in warmer weather to help shade the soil and root system
• Use a pool cover to reduce water loss from evaporation
• Be sure hose connections are tight to avoid water loss
• Collect rain in a rain barrel for watering plants
• Sweep off driveways, patios and sidewalks --- Don't hose off
• Follow the Voluntary Water Restrictions when other stage restrictions are not in place