Ways to save water 20 items ranked
Whether you want to help the environment or save money on your water bill, these tips will help reduce the amount of water you use.
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1.
Only run the washing machine and dishwasher when you have a full load
never a half load
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2.
Turn off the tap
when shaving and shampooing
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3.
Fill the sink with water when washing dishes
do not let water run
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4.
Plug the tub before running water
adjust the temperature after the bath water is running
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5.
Check for leaks both indoors and outdoors (such as in hoses)
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6.
Wash fruits and vegetables in a bowl of water
instead of running them under the tap
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7.
Do not thaw frozen food by using running water
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8.
Fix leaky faucets
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9.
Reuse water from fish tanks, washing vegetables, etc.
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10.
Install a showerhead that is water-efficient
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Turn off the water while you brush your teeth
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12.
Use an instant water heater on taps so that it is warm immediately
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13.
Adjust the settings on your sprinklers according to the rain fall
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14.
Make sure that the sprinklers are not spraying on sidewalks or driveways
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15.
If you drop ice cubes, set them in a houseplant’s pot
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16.
Reuse towels
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17.
Shut off water while soaping up your hands
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18.
Ask a plumber to re-route grey water to your garden, plants, or shrubs
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19.
Shorten your shower by just a minute to save gallons of water
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20.
Purchase a water efficient toilet
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