Easy Ways to Save Water

Author: Service Central

Saving water around your home couldn't be easier. With a few easy to implement changes you could be reducing your water consumption and saving both money and the environment in the process. To focus your home water saving efforts, we have identified each of the parts of the house and what can be done to save water.

Water Saving Ideas throughout the House

Repair dripping taps by replacing washers.
Using mixer taps that pre-selects the waters temperature rather than wasting water down the drain whilst getting the temperature right.
Install a rainwater tank.

Water Saving Ideas in the Bathroom

Install a low-flow showerhead.
Ensure that your toilet is dual-flush.
Keep your showers short.
Don't rinse your razor under a running tap. Instead filling the basin with water can use less water.

Water Saving Ideas in the Laundry

Only use the washing machine when you have a full load.
Divert your grey water to your garden, or a grey water system.

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