lifeinmycubicle

Save, save, save…. everybody is looking for ways to save money on gas, grocery and utility bills. Here are a few ways to conserve water and lower your water and energy bills. Water is a precious resource! Start conserving water now!

1. (My father’s advice ever since) Don’t keep the water running while brushing teeth, washing face, shaving and scrubbing/soaping dishes.

2. Adjust your water heater temperature to 130 degrees.

3. Fix leaks and drips immediately.

4. Switch to water-saving fixtures like low-flow shower head, toilets and faucets.

5. If you have an old toilet, fill a plastic bottle with water and place it in the tank. Some put a brick or two in the toilet tank. The tank uses less water to refill as the water bottle or a brick takes up space.

6. Take shorter showers and turn off the water while soaping up.

7. Wash full loads when washing clothes and dishes.

8. Water your lawn as needed. Better yet, use a rain barrel to collect water from your gutter to irrigate your garden. Use your sprinkler system according to the season.

9. When you wash your driveway, use a broom instead of a hose.

10. When washing your car, use a bucket instead of a hose. If you want to feel good, support your church, schools or other organizations that offer car wash. You’re not only conserving water but you’re also helping your church and local organizations.

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