Yard Efficiency: 5 Clever Ways To Cut Down Your Water Bill

Listening to your water drip at night isn’t just annoying – it can be expensive as well. Little problems that you may not even notice add up, turning into a lot of wasted water and a steady increase in your bill, and, more importantly, causing a lot of damage to the ecosystem at the same time.

Your kitchen and bathroom are the rooms in your house where water is used the most, with the bathroom accounting for more than half of all of the water used. Sprinklers, pools, and other outdoor items also make up part of your water bill.

There are some ways that you can still utilize all of the water you use on a daily basis and still save money on your bill. Try some of these 5 clever ways to cut down your water bill and do your part to help the environment.

1. Take showers instead of baths. Showers use less water than baths, particularly if you use environmentally-friendly water-efficient shower heads. Faucet aerators help to reduce water flow while still giving you the pleasure of a relaxing, hot shower.

2. Be water-conscious in the kitchen. When you are running water while washing dishes and rinsing food, you can unknowingly waste a lot of water. Instead of leaving the water running while you wash and rinse, fill the sink up and complete your tasks then.

Many people have dishwashers to save time and efficiently wash dishes, but only running it when it is full can help cut down your water bill. Defrosting your food in the microwave instead of leaving it running under water can save you multiple dollars on your bill also.

3. Pay a little extra now on your washing machine to save money later. A more water efficient washing machine helps reduce water consumption, saving you money month after month.

Only run your washing machine when your load is full, and make good use of the options on your machine. Select the right load size for your needs, and try to use cold or warm water as much as possible.

4. Use eco-friendly water efficient sprinklers to water your landscaping. Choose your sprinklers carefully, and plan where you place them to make the best use of each one.

Consider when you turn them on, as well. Timers are great, but they are not necessary if it rains. If you are not paying attention, they will run when they don’t need to be, costing you unnecessary money.

5. Utilize rainwater harvesting accessories. Rainwater harvesting systems collect rainwater from roofs and other surfaces, which then passes through a filter and is stored in a holding tank. When it is ready to be used, it is pumped through a dedicated pipe system to where it is needed. Although the water is not drinkable, it is clean enough to be used for other purposes.

Accessories for your water tank to aid you in harvesting rainfall are available at reasonable prices and save you money regularly on your water bill.

Save Money and Help the Environment

It’s a win-win and a no brainer. Careful use and monitoring of your water and the right tools can save you hundreds of dollars a year, and you can rest easy knowing you are doing your part to help the environment.