WATER CONSERVATION

Quick and easy tips for conserving water in your home

• Dispense water in the toilet.  Put large, weighted plastic containers in the tank.

• Check for toilet leaks and fix one if you have one.

• Shorten your shower.

• Don't leave the water running.

• Run the dishwasher only when fully loaded; don't rinse dishes, scrape them.

• Use low-flow fixtures such as faucet aerators and low-flow showerheads.

• Replace your conventional washer with an efficient horizontal-axis model.

Quick and easy tips for conserving water outside your home

• Fix irrigation system leaks (check for excess water in gutters or mud puddles).

• Don't over-water.  Water when the grass or plants show signs of needing it.

• Check the weather forecasts so you don't water the lawn when it's going to rain.

• Avoid watering on windy days.

• Water in the cool of the day to avoid excess evaporation (early or late).

• Set a timer when using sprinklers (you can lose over 600 gallons in a few hours).

• When washing the car, use a bucket for soapy water and a hose only for rinsing.

• Use a rake and broom to clean up sidewalks, not the hose.