According to Earth Easy, most people in North America use 50 to 70 gallons of water indoors each day. Conserving water around your home may take a little effort but it will pay off in the long run by saving you money!
Cap the Tap:
The first and easiest thing you can do at home to conserve water is don’t leave the water running. Turning the water off while brushing your teeth, washing your face or shaving, can save a household 5 to 10 gallons of water per day.
Keep it Short:
¾ of water used indoors is used in the bathroom (Earth Easy) so one way to conserve water is to shorten your shower time; short showers use half the amount of water that baths consume. Another easy way to reduce the amount of water used in your shower is by installing a low flow shower head, which drastically cuts down on daily water usage.
Leaks Lose Water:
Also, since most water is used in the bathroom, be conscious of leaks! A simple way to check for toilet leaks is by putting a few drops of food coloring in the toilet tank, without flushing, if color starts to appear in the bowl within 30 minutes, there is a leak. (Earth Easy)
Fill it Up:
Appliances such as dishwashers and clothes washers use large amounts of water so wait for a full load before you run them. If possible, use front loading washing machine, which uses 40-60% less water than top loading machines. Also, washing clothes in cold water reduces energy used because there is no need to heat the water.
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