Tips for Saving Water at Home

Today is World Water Day, a day to reflect on the importance of water, and among other things, how to conserve this precious resource. As a citizen, you and your community can do a lot to help protect our water supply—water conservation starts right at home.

Here’s some simple practices you can enforce at home to help save water:

In the kitchen:

• Install low-flow faucets, which can save you up to 3.5 gallons of water a minute
• Wash fruits and vegetables in your sink, rather than running water
• Install an energy-efficient dishwasher (*our new homes come with eco-friendly appliances)
• Avoid pre-rinsing dishes, and ensure your dishwasher is completely full before running it
• Keep a jug of water in the fridge, rather than running the tap until it’s cold
• Designate one glass for water drinking per day, instead of dirtying (and having to clean) multiple glasses

In the laundry room:

• Use front-loading washing machines, which are energy-efficient and use less water (*our new homes come with eco-friendly appliances)
• Ensure your laundry loads are large enough before running the washing machine
• Match the water level in your washer to the size of your load
• Wash in cold water whenever possible

Outside your home:

• Avoid running your sprinkler to water your lawn
• Use a rain barrel to catch rainwater for watering plants/flowers
• Avoid running your hose for extended periods of time: washing your car, washing your siding, etc.

In the bathroom: 

• Use water-efficient shower heads
• Install water-efficient faucets
• Check your toilet for leaks
• Install a low-flow toilet
• Turn off the tap while you are brushing your teeth, or shaving, etc.
• Turn off the water while washing your hair

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