7 Easy Ways To Save Water & Money In Your Home

Conserving water is one of the best ways to save money. The good news is that there are plenty of ways to cut down on water use throughout the year, and you don't have to give up comfort to keep those water bills to a minimum.

1. Low-Flow Is the Way to Go
   Old shower heads are among the most common culprits for water waste and also one of the easiest to address. Purchasing a low-flow shower head is a great way to cut down on water use, and it's an affordable, easy fix to make. You can find a wide selection of low-flow shower heads at your favorite big-name home improvement store.
   
   
2. Don't Forget the Faucets
   Just like your shower head, your faucet can cause quite a bit of added waste if it hasn't been upgraded recently. Adding new faucets to sinks around your home will help manage water use, and you can also add some style to the room by choosing fixtures that match the décor. Efficiency and home improvement go hand-in-hand.
   
   
3. An Efficient Toilet
   If you're starting to notice a theme, you're right — the bathroom is one of the most common places for water waste. A new toilet will cost a bit more than a faucet or shower head, but it's more than worth it. Old toilets can use up to six gallons of water per flush, while the current standard is much lower at 1.6 gallons per flush.
   
   
4. Find and Fix Leaks
   Big water leaks are often pretty hard to miss, but the smaller leaks may take a bit longer to reveal themselves. In addition to helping minimize the chance for major water damage, having leaks addressed by an expert can help you save significantly on water costs by reducing waste.
   
   
5. Install an Irrigation Controller
   Do you enjoy gardening and maintaining your lawn but don't want to use up too much water in the process? Installing an irrigation controller will help you manage your outdoor water use and keep your garden looking gorgeous in the process.
   
   
6. Wash When Full
   This tip applies to both your dishwasher and your clothes washing machine. Rather than run a load as soon as possible, wait for the machine to fill up completely before starting a wash cycle. Everything will still come out nice and clean, but you'll be using a lot less water than if you split those loads into multiple cycles.
   
   
7. Shorten Showers and Turn Off the Tap
   Shortening your showers is a really easy way to start conserving water around the house. Even a few minutes makes a difference. You can also save water by turning off the tap while you brush your teeth and wash your hands. Just turn the tap back on when it's time to rinse, and you'll be good to go.
   

Conserving water is as good for your bank account as it is for the environment, and there are simple steps that every homeowner can take to minimize water use around the house. There are so many ways to save that we could never cover them all, but upgrading your fixtures, purchasing efficient appliances, and being conscious of your water use is a great start.

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