A leaky faucet or a spigot that isn’t completely turned off may be seen to some merely as “something around the house.” It can be a common thing that eventually could lead to a very small rise in your water bill – a few pennies per month at the most. It’s been noted by experts that one drip of water can lead to more than 1,500 gallons accumulated in a year, and those gallons can add up to significant dollars that could be saved. Our Lewisville TX plumbers want to offer three basic tips that will help you trim your water costs:
- Showers over baths: A bath not only uses more water overall but also more hot water. You can use roughly 8-10 gallons in a shower that lasts five minutes, anywhere from 10-20 gallons fewer than using a bath in the same allotted time.
- Go low-flow: The installation of low-flow toilets, faucets and shower heads can help lower your water bill as much as 30 percent each month – and possibly more. Low-flow toilets alone can save roughly five gallons of water per flush.
- Brush responsibly: While brushing your teeth, turn the water off as you brush. The same be said about shaving. This little bit of water saved can add up in the long run.
- Check toilets for leaks: Have your toilet dye tested periodically to check for any slow trickling water through your toilet that may be costing you.
- Reduce landscape watering: According to The City of Plano, landscape watering accounts for 40%-50% of your total drinking water.The City of Plano recommends the following:
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- Check for Irrigation Leaks: If you suspect you have a leak on your sprinkler system, call your city to get a complete list of all registered irrigation companies in your area.
- Cut your lawn higher in the summertime and leave the clippings: Hot Texas summers are hard on lawns. To reduce your water needs for your grass, leave the blades a bit longer and leave clippings on the yard to mulch the soil and retain the moisture.
- Plant Right: Selecting the correct plants that grow in this area both in the summer and winter is important not only to the health of the plant but also the health of your pocketbook. Talk to a local landscaper or plant supplier about the proper selections for your soil and sun.
- Cover your Pool: Pool covers can prevent almost 90% of water evaporation. Pool covers are not only a great safety measure but also a great money saving measure too.
These tips, and many others, can help put extra money in your pocket each month, and that money can add up as the year progresses. If you suspect you may have a leak, contact our Lewisville plumbing company for information, or book an appointment online.