– Check faucets and pipes for leaks
– Turn off the water while brushing your teeth or shaving
– Limit showers to 5 minutes
– Replace standard shower heads with low-volume heads
– Check your toilet periodically for leaks
– Extra flushes waste water and money

– Run dishwashers and washers only when full
– When washing dishes by hand, don’t let the tap run freely
– Fill the second side of the sink with rinse water
– Fill a pitcher with drinking water and store it in the refrigerator

– When washing the car, use soap and water from a bucket
– Use a hose with a shut-off nozzle for final rinse
– Use a broom to clean your driveway
– Adjust sprinklers so that water doesn’t spray the street or sidewalks
– Do not water on windy days
– Check and maintain your sprinkler system regularly
– Water your lawn every 3rd day
– Always water during the cool time of the day to minimize evaporation
– Peak water consumption hours (4 P.M. To 9 P.M.) should be avoided
– Adjust your irrigation schedule according to seasonal water demand
– Install and automatic timer
– For landscaping, use native of other low water use plants
– A layer of mulch around plants reduces evaporation and promotes growth
– Water retaining basins also allow water to be concentrated around plants