Conservation Tips
Now, more than ever, it’s important to be mindful of your water usage.
Now, more than ever, it’s important to be mindful of your water usage.
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![]() Kiddie Pool | [Image]
![]() Standard Sprinkler | [Image]
![]() Playing in the Sprinkler Running a standard sprinkler for 30 minutes twice a week uses about 1,300 gallons of water. That’s 15,600 gallons per quarter, which will add $373 on top of your normal quarterly bill. | [Image]
![]() Backyard Water Slide |
The wiser you are with your water, the more you can save.
![]() Turning off the faucet when you’re shaving or brushing your teeth can save 200+ gallons of water each month! | ![]() The average family could save 2,700 gallons of water per year by installing WaterSense labeled showerheads. | ![]() Did you know that toilet leaks are the cause of most high water bills? A small toilet leak can waste 200 gallons each day! That’s 6,000 gallons in a month! | ![]() According to the EPA, most toilet leaks are caused by an old, worn-out flapper. A flapper leak can add hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars to your bill. |
![]() Consider replacing old inefficient toilets. Older models use as much as 7 gallons per flush, while WaterSense models use 1.2 gallons or less. | ![]() A five minute shower uses 10–20 gallons of water, versus up to 70 gallons for a bath. | ![]() A dishwasher uses significantly less water than hand washing—3 to 6 gallons versus 20+ gallons! Only run full loads. | ![]() Watch out for leaky faucets! One drip per second wastes more than 3,000 gallons per year. |