Water wise

I was reading about water conservation, which started me thinking about what we can do in our own homes to save water and money. You can take a few steps inside your home like taking a shower instead of a bath. This can save 40-55 gallons of water.

You can install water saving showerheadsalong with the great standby taking 2 minute showers. Turn off water when brushing teeth. Use an egg timer to brush teeth and don't turn the water on until the timer is up. (that helps with the little ones)

Run only full loads in your dishwasher and washing machine. Lastly check your water using appliances for leaks, especially your toilet, a leaky toilet can waste up to 100 gallons of water every day.

Outside your home you can utilize quite a few ways to conserve water. Water lawns and gardens only when needed. Use a broom instead of a hose to clean patios and walkways.

Plant flowers and vegetables that are drought tolerant.
Use mulch around shrubs and garden plants. A four inch layer helps to keep the soil moist and roots cool. Bathe pets outside in areas that need water.

source: www.pennsylvaniaamwater.com