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Install
low flow showerheads. They use 30 to 70% less water and still
provide an invigorating shower.
Limit
showers to 5 minutes.
Fill
the bathtub only 1/2 way.
Low-flow
or air assisted comodes can save up to 70% of toilet water use. If
you cannot replace your toilet, place a 1/2 gallon plastic jug of water or
a toilet dam in your tank. this can cut water use by 20%. Do
not use bricks - they fall apart and can plug your system.
Check
your commode for leaks by putting a small amount of food coloring into the
tank. Wait 10 minutes and check the bowl for the presence of colored
water. If the water in the bowl is colored, a leak is present that
needs to be repaired.
Repair
all plumbing leaks immediately. Small drips can waste up to 2
gallons of water per hour.
Install
low-flow aerators in the bathroom and kitchen sinks, saving approximately
50% waster usage without compromising performance.
Turn
the water off while brushing your teeth or shaving.
If
you wash your car at home, use a cut-off nozzle or turn the water off
while washing.
In
the kitchen, choose a water saving dishwasher, which can reduce water use
by 30%. and, be sure the dishwasher is full before running it.
Compost
food scraps instead of running the garbage disposal.
Insulate
your water heater and hot water pipes so you avoid running water to get
delivery of hot water.
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