Water - Save it!

Water – it’s everywhere…Right?

Well not exactly and not for everyone!  Many parts of the world (including the US) are experiencing drought conditions, so saving water is important + It can save money!  Small leaks can add up to gallons of water lost daily and can cause serious damage to your home!

Bathroom

Turn off water while shaving or brushing your teeth.  Consider taking shorter showers or switching to a water saving showerhead.

Toilet leaks can easily go unnoticed – to check, remove the tank lid and drop a small amount of food coloring into the tank.  Wait 10-15 minutes and check the bowl for color.  If you do see color, it could be as simple as replacing the flapper or adjusting the value.  Be sure to flush too – you don’t want to stain the bowl! 

Plumbing can leak too so check under the sink, but tub/shower can leak inside the wall where it’s easily missed and the inlet for your toilet can leak inside the floor too! 

Kitchen

Wait for a full load to run the dishwasher & Scrape, don’t rinse before hand washing or placing in the dishwasher.  And again…plumbing under the sink or the intake for your ice maker! 

Keep a pitcher of water in the fridge so you won’t need to run the water until it’s cool.

Laundry

Just like the dishwasher – run a full load and consider Energy Star rated washing machines

Outside

Don’t water the lawn or plants unless needed and only water in the early morning or evening so the plants can absorb the water rather than the heat causing evaporation.   Use a hose nozzle that shuts off when you’re not watering.  

Add mulch to reduce weeds as well as preserve moisture! Sweep instead of hosing off the walk or driveway

Collect rainwater in a Rain Barrel for watering plants – Bonus~ It keeps it out of storm drains!

Finally, consider installing a water detection system – there are a variety of options and can save money on your homeowner premium!  Just ask me (I might even have a discount code!)