Easy Steps To Save Water & Save Energy In The Process
How much water do you use at home? How does that compare to the average usage of a home and family like yours
? If youre not sure, youre in good company. For many people across the United States, water consumption remains an every day part of life that they dont think about much. Water is just there, and for many states, cities and municipalities, it remains relatively cheap. But you may have noticed some gradual changes as it relates to water accessibility and cost. The average U.S. household saw a 10% increase in their water bills in 2010 with price increases in the most effected U.S. cities approaching 30%.
Most experts expect this trend of rising prices and more limited accessibility to continue in coming years. Now to be clear, this article is not intended to strike fear in your heart that your morning showers will be regulated on a timer. Wed simply like to offer some suggestions that will help you and your family reduce your water usage with very simple changes that cost very little, or nothing at all. When taken together, these water savings tips can have a significant impact on your water consumption. Better still, reducing your use of hot water will also reduce your home energy consumption, lower your energy bills and making your home more
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TOP SAVINGS TIPS
1. Install low flow showerheads.Yes, this conjures images of low water pressure and soap staying in your hair all day (perhaps we have this famous Seinfeld episode to thank for that, affectionately called The Shower Head). But low flow technology and water aeration have come a long way since then. Chances are very good that you wont be able to tell a difference.
2. Wash only full loads of clothes. Resist that urge to wash just a few of your favorite T-shirts and run of full loads in the clothes washer. For bonus points that can save energy, wash clothes in cold and warm cycles whenever possible.
3. Install low flow faucet aerators.Similar to their low flow showerhead bretheren, install a low flow faucet aerator. Youll save money and
save energy without changing the effectiveness of your faucet.
4. Insulate water heater & pipes.We all run the shower until it reaches our desired temperature. If you enjoy warm or hot showers, properly insulating your water heater and pipes will help get to your desired temperature quicker, using less water and less energy to heat it.
5. Take shorter showers.Yes, this one may take a bit of sacrifice. But if each member of your family cuts their shower time just a bit, it can make a significant impact by the end of the year. It can also help to reduce lines at the bathroom for those of you with big families.
6. Dont overwash dishes.Washing dishes by hand can use significantly more water than dishwashers. What is even potentially more wasteful is washing dishes thoroughly before running them in the dishwasher. Find the right balance between hand and machine wash time and dont leave water running more than needed when washing dishes by hand. And use a Quick Wash cycle when possible.
7. Keep a bottle of water in the fridge.Drinking tap water is certainly preferred to bottled water in terms of net impact to the environment. Remember to refrigerate water to be sure you always have cool water on hand. This saves the time running the faucet to achieve the desired cold water.
8. Water your lawn, but only when it needs it. Water irrigation systems sure are convenient, as are timers to water lawn and landscaping at a certain time of day. Be sure to adjust setting to skip watering on days were Mother Nature has already watered your lawn for you (rain that is).
9. Check for leaks everywhere. Take these last days of Spring as the time to check your water systems thoroughly to ensure there are no leaks. Take special note of outdoor irrigation systems and hoses. Dont lose water before it reaches you, your lawn or garden.
10. Fewer flushes, less water. Were not going to go so far as to tell you when to flush your toilets but we think its safe to advise you to throw tissue used for things like removing make-up into the garbage, not the toilet. Consider purchasing a more efficient toilet if youre already replacing your current unit - or alternatively, use a tank bank in your water tank to limit the amount of water used per flush.
If you can incorporate just a few of these tips into your everyday routine, youll be off to a great start. To learn more about water and
energy saving tips for your home, visit Energy Results at http://www.EnergyResults.com. Here you can access more tips, evaluate your homes water usage, compare it to other homes, find water saving products and much more. You can also learn more about ways to save energy and make your home more energy efficient.
by: Energy Result
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