Water Conservation Tips
Some helpful tips on conserving water through out the year.
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#1) When washing dishes by hand, don't let the water run while rinsing. Fill one sink with wash water and the other with rinse water.
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#2) Run your washing machine and dishwasher only when they are full and you could save 1000 gallons a month.
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#3) Use the garbage disposal sparingly. Compost instead and save gallons every time.
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#4) For cold drinks keep a pitcher of water in the refrigerator instead of running the tap. This way, every drop goes down you and not the drain.
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#5) Wash your produce in the sink or a pan that is partially filled with water instead of running water from the tap.
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#6) If your shower can fill a one-gallon bucket in less than 20 seconds, then replace it with a water-efficient showerhead.
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#7) Collect the water you use for rinsing produce and reuse it to water houseplants.
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#8) When you shop for a new appliance, consider one offering cycle and load size adjustments. They are more water and energy-efficient than older appliances.
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#9) Time your shower to keep it under 5 minutes. You'll save up to 1000 gallons a month.
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#10) When you clean your fish tank, use the water you've drained on your plants. The water is rich in nitrogen and phosphorus, providing you with a free and effective fertilizer.
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#11) Put food coloring in your toilet tank. If it seeps into the toilet bowl without flushing, you have a leak. Fixing it can save up to 1,000 gallons a month.
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#12) Designate one glass for your drinking water each day. This will cut down on the number of times you run your dishwasher.
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#13) Soak your pots and pans instead of letting the water run while you scrape them clean.
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#14) Turn off the water while you brush your teeth and save 4 gallons a minute. That's 200 gallons a week for a family of four.
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#15) Drop your tissue in the trash instead of flushing it and save water every time.
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