Indoor Water Conservation
Did you know that efficient water use can save you money on water and utility bills, and reduce the costs for sewer and septic services? Use the following household tips in the bathroom, kitchen and laundry to help protect the environment and save your family money!
Bathroom
- Check toilets for leaks. Use food coloring or a leak detection tablet in the toilet tank. If color appears in the bowl without flushing, there is a leak that requires immediate attention.
- Reduce the water level per flush by installing a ultra low-flow toilet or a toilet displacement device. Use a plastic bottle weighted with pebbles and water. Never use a brick.
- Check faucets and pipes for leaks. A small drip can waste 20 or more gallons of water per day.
- Install water efficient showerheads and take shorter showers.
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Kitchen
- Only wash dishes when necessary. Turn the dishwasher on only when it is full.
- Use both sides of the sink when washing dishes by hand - use one side to wash and the other side to rinse. Do not wash dishes under a running faucet.
- Install low-flow fixtures, then buy and install aerators for every faucet in the house.
- Keep a bottle or pitcher of drinking water in the refrigerator. This eliminates letting the tap run while waiting for the water to get cold.
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Laundry
- Pre-rinse clothes only when absolutely necessary.
- Use the proper water level, load size selection and water temperature when washing clothes. Consider installing a water efficient washing machine.
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DENOMMEE PLUMBING & HEATING
Guy Denommee, President
68 Westech Dr., Tyngsboro, MA 01879
Phone 978-649-8886 - Fax 978-649-9119
E-Mail: gdenommee@comcast.net