This last winter brought us some much-needed rain, enough rain to put a dent in the historic drought we have been suffering from for the last several years. With that being said, water conservation efforts are always a good time, even during times of plenty. Getting in the habit of conserving water can help prevent water waste and save you money on your water utilities. Here are some simple ways you can save water around the house.
One of the most helpful and proactive ways to save water around the house is with leak detection. An undetected leak can waste thousands of gallons over time. While some leaks may not present themselves right away, there are some things to be on the look for. For example, if you notice an unexplained spike in your water bill this could be an indicator that there is a water leak somewhere. Other signs there could be a hidden leak are visible water damage, unexplained water puddles on the floor, the sound of rushing water, the sound of dripping water, and the smell of mold and mildew. The best line of defense against water leaks is to make it a habit to regularly check your plumbing fixtures for leaks. Check around toilets, showers, bathtubs, faucets, and under sinks, and inspect any water-using appliance. Catching a leak in its early stages can help prevent further damage, prevent water waste, and save money.
One really effective way of saving water around the house is to install new plumbing fixtures. By replacing old faucets, showerheads, and toilets you could see a huge decline in the amount of water you are using. Newer plumbing fixtures are designed to utilize less water without sacrificing functionality. For example, if you live in an older home with original toilets, your toilets could be using as much as 7 gallons of water with each flush. Modern toilets are designed to use 1.6 gallons of water or less. By upgrading older toilets to newer more efficient models, you will see a significant decline in water usage.
When it comes to gardening one huge source of water waste occurs during watering. To save water around the house there are a couple of
things you can do to conserve. Watering plants in the early morning before the sun is high is a good way to ensure that the ground is thoroughly saturated and helps prevent evaporation. In addition, many areas have put into effect strict watering schedules, allowing watering on certain days only. By cutting down the number of days each week that you water your yard, you can conserve a lot of water. If you are using a sprinkler system, installing a timer is another good way to save water. To save water around the house you may also want to consider the plants you have in your garden. There are many wonderful plants that require only a little water. Consider your area, and the plants that are indigenous to your area to determine the best plants for your garden.
John Owens Services is the leader in leak detection services in Marin County. The experienced technicians in the leak detection department will identify, locate, and repair the leak and surrounding area. To learn more about how you can save water around the house contact John Owens today!
Our philosophy is simple, we always want to maintain equipment to give it the longest life possible. Next, we want to focus on repairing when something goes wrong. Then only as the last choice, we replace equipment when needed. That’s the John Owens Way.
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