Water Saving Tips!

In the Bathroom:

• Don’t overfill the bathtub
• Take shorter showers
• Don’t use the toilet as a trash can-every flush uses 3-6 gallons of water
• Don’t leave the water running while brushing your teeth
• Tell Mom or Dad about any leaky faucets - one leaky faucet can waste a lot water

In the Kitchen:

• Remind Mom or Dad to only run the dishwasher with full loads
• Don’t leave the faucet running to get a cold drink; keep a pitcher of water in the refrigerator instead
• Don’t let the faucet run when you scrub vegetables-use a stopper instead

Outside:

• Only water the lawn or garden when it needs it
• Water the lawn or garden at night or early in the morning to prevent evaporation
• Adjust water sprinklers to be sure they are not watering the driveway or sidewalk
• Use a bucket and a hose with a nozzle when you wash cars or bicycles
• Use a broom to sweep the driveway or sidewalk not the hose

Another Tip:

• If you have an aquarium, you can re-use the water for house plants