Water conservation is one of the most cost-effective and environmentally friendly ways to reduce the demand for water. There are many simple steps that people can take in and around the home to conserve water—and money.

In the Bathroom

Check toilets and faucets periodically for leaks. Make necessary repairs promptly.

Replace old toilets. If your toilet was installed before 1992, it is highly likely that you do not have a water-efficient 1.6 gallon per flush toilet.

In the Kitchen

Look into purchasing high-efficiency dishwasher models. You may currently be using 12 gallons of water per load, when some models use only 6 gallons.

If washing dishes by hand, use the least amount of detergent possible. This ensures less water use when rinsing dishes.

Outdoors

Don’t over water your lawn. Watering every 3-5 days in the summer and 10-14 days in the winter is recommended.

Avoid watering your lawn during the hottest part of the day. This leads to water loss by evaporation.

Don’t water your lawn if it has just rained. If you have an automatic watering system, make sure it has a rain shutoff device.

Wash your car with a bucket of soapy water and use a nozzle on your hose to control the flow of water.