Ways To Save Water

You can save water in many places in your house including the kitchen, bathroom and from washing. There are many ways to save water at home or outdoors. Using water wisely will not only help our environment, it will also save you money on your water and energy bills. Here are some tips to reduce water consumption and saving water.

• Use the minimum amount of water needed for bath.
• Verify your home is leak free. Repair dripping taps by replacing washers.
• Develop habit of monitoring water meters and ensure to bring down consumption of water every month.
• Implement rainwater harvesting systems to collect rain water and use it in future.
• Wash vegetables and fruits in Bowl rather than washing them under tap.
• Keep the Valve of the washbasin half closed so the water flow from the tap reduces.
• Install water efficient ‘3-star or 4-star’ rated shower-head and you can save up to 21,000 liters of water every year and money on your energy bill.
• If you’re buying a new washing machine, choose a water efficient front-loading model with a minimum ‘4-star’ rating.
• Front-loading washing machines are typically the most water efficient, using as little as 50 liters per cycle.
• Install a dual-flush toilet. You’ll save up to 3 liters of water every time you use the half flush instead of the full flush.
• Installing individual water meters enables you to pay water for you consumed and it also helps to conserve water.
• Always run full loads. Get the most washing out of each run.
• Wash the really big dishes and pans by hand. This saves space in the dishwasher and can use less water.
• Rinse dishes in a tub of water rather than under running water.
• Check your automated pump periodically. If the pump kicks ON and OFF while water is not being used, you have a leak.Dispose tissue and other similar waste in the trash instead of flushing it and save gallons every time.
• When you shop for a new appliance, keep in mind that one offering several different cycles will be more water and energy-efficient.
• Soak your pots and pans instead of letting the water run while you scrape them clean.
• Insulate hot water pipes so you don’t have to run as much water to get hot water to the faucet.
• Make sure your swimming pools, fountains, and ponds are equipped with re-circulating pumps.
• Install covers on pools and spas to avoid water evaporation.
• Don’t buy recreational water toys that require a constant flow of water.
• Use a commercial car wash that recycles water.
• Choose a low water use plant or shrub and save up to 550 gallons each year.
• Do not leave sprinklers or hoses unattended. A garden hose can pour out 600 gallons or more in only a few hours.
• Teach your children to turn the faucets off tightly after each use.