| | YOUR HOME - WATER SAVING TIPSIn General - Don't ignore leaking faucets; they are usually easy and inexpensive to repair. Turn off the valve under the sink until you get around to repairing the leak. A slow drip can waste as much as 170 gallons of water each day.
In the Kitchen- Hand wash in a filled basin not with water running.
- When using an Automated dishwasher, wait until you have a full load.
- Install a low-flow aerator faucet to replace older models.
- Keep a pitcher of cold water in the refrigerator instead of running it at the tap until it cools.
- Use a brush and a bowl full of water to clean fruit and vegetables instead of running water over fruits and vegetables.
- Thaw food in refrigerator, not under running water.
In the Bathroom- Take a five-minute shower instead of a bath and save about 15 gallons per shower.
- Install a low-flow shower head to reduce water use by 50% or more.
- New ultra-low flush toilets use 1.6 gallons of water per flush rather than 6 gallons.
- On older toilets, put a water filled plastic jug in toilet tank, away from working parts and save up to 2 gallons per flush.
- Use a glass full of water to brush teeth instead of running tap.
- Instead of running water to shave, fill basin and use stopper.
- Install a low-flow aerator faucet to replace older models and save up to 2.5 gpm.
In the Laundry RoomWait until you have a full load to wash in the Washing machine.Purchase your next washing machine with water saving features; load size selector, and variable water level controls.Choose front loading washer, these use 1/2 less water and 2/3 less soap than top loading machines.
In the Garage- Wash with bucket and sponge rather than with hose and reuse water for chrome, hub caps, and wheels.
Heating and Cooling Systems- Insulate hot water pipes in older homes so you don't run water waiting for it to get hot.
- If you have an evaporative cooler, install a recalculating water pump on it to reduce water use.
  
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