Conserve Water
Water use in your home
Water Conservation:
- Make sure your home appliances are water efficient. It is estimated that water efficient clothes washers may save up to 6,270 gallons of water per year. Single family residential account holders may qualify for a washer rebate
- Install a toilet dam or displacement device (bag or bottle filled with water) to cut down on the amount of water needed for each flush. Make sure installation does not interfere with the operating parts.
- Put bathroom trash in the waste basket instead of flushing it down the toilet.
- Install a water efficient showerhead. This can save 5 to 10 gallons per shower.
- Run the clothes washer and dishwasher with full loads.
- Do not use running water to thaw meat or other frozen foods. Defrost food overnight in the refrigerator or use the defrost setting on your microwave.
- Kitchen sink disposals require lots of water to operate properly. Start a compost pile as an alternate method of disposing of food waste, instead of using a garbage disposal.
| Appliance | Older Models | Efficient Models | Savings/Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Showerhead | 3 gallons/minute | 2 gallons/minute | 10 gallons |
| Toilets | 3.5-5 gallons/flush | 1.6 gallons/flush | 2-3.5 gallons |
| Clothes Washer | 40-45 gallons/load | 25-30 gallons/load | 15 gallons |
| Dishwashers | 15-18 gallons/load | 7-9 gallons/load | 8 gallons |
| Faucets/aerators | 3 gallons/minute | 2 gallons/minute | 1 gallon |
More ideas on saving water inside your home can be found here:
http://wateruseitwisely.com/100-ways-to-conserve/indoor-tips/index.php.
For more information or assistance, call Public Works at 757-5686.
