Saving water is really easy for most people. Just start paying attention to how you use water - you will probably be surprised how much water you waste. Challenge yourself to save 10/gallons a day with almost no effort. Here are some suggestions:
1. Run the water slower when washing hands, showering, brushing teeth, rinsing dishes, etc.
2. Don't wash your hair every day. It is healthier for your hair to be washed every 2-3 days so that the oils from your scalp can condition it.
3. If you don't have low flow toilets, add a plastic bottle filled with rocks and water to your tank
4. Landscape with plants for your climate that do not require additional water
5. Don't shave your legs in the shower ladies, do it before you get in
6. When you are running your water waiting for it to warm up, run it into a bucket that you can use to flush the toilet
7. When home alone, you really do not need to flush every time
8. Turn off the sprinkler system when it isn't needed
9. Make sure you don't have water from your sprinkler running down the sidewalk
10. Place mulch around garden plants. For mulch you can use grass clippings, leaves, or plant trimmings. Mulch slows evaporation and keeps the roots cool.
Please feel free to add your water saving ideas to the comments section!
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