Install Water Saving Shower Heads
- Low-flow shower heads can deliver anywhere from 0.5 to 2.5 gallons of water per minute
- Older shower heads use 5 to 8 gallons per minute
- Replace old shower heads and limit showers to 5 minutes or less
Install Low Flow Toilets
- Ultra-low flow toilets use 1.6 gallons of water per flush
- Older toilets use 3.5 to 5 gallons per flush
- Look for the WaterSense® label
Check all Faucets, Pipes & Toilets Periodically for Leaks
- A faucet drip or invisible leak in the toilet can add up to 15 gallons of water a day
- Check for toilet leaks by removing the toilet tank cover and drip 10 drops of food coloring into the tank
- Wait 15 minutes and check for color in the toilet bowl
- If you see any color, your toilet has a leak
- Check the toilet flapper periodically to make sure it has a tight fit
- A Homeowner’s Guide to Leak Detection from WaterPAK (PDF)
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