Few more ways to Conserve

• Check the root zone of your lawn or garden for moisture before watering using a spade or trowel. If it's still moist two inches under the soil surface, you still have enough water.
• When buying new appliances, consider those that offer cycle and load size adjustments. They're more water and energy efficient.
• Shorten your shower by a minute or two and you'll save up to 150 gallons per month.
• Upgrade older toilets with water efficient models.
• Adjust your lawn mower to a higher setting. A taller lawn shades roots and holds soil moisture better than if it is closely clipped.
• When cleaning out fish tanks, give the nutrient-rich water to your plants.
• Use sprinklers for large areas of grass. Water small patches by hand to avoid waste.
• Put food coloring in your toilet tank. If it seeps into the toilet bowl without flushing, you have a leak. Fixing it can save up to 1,000 gallons a month.
• When running a bath, plug the tub before turning the water on, then adjust the temperature as the tub fills up.
• Walkways and patios provide space that doesn't ever need to be watered. These useful "rooms" can also add value to your property.
• Collect water from your roof to water your garden.
• Designate one glass for your drinking water each day or refill a water bottle. This will cut down on the number of glasses to wash.
• Rather than following a set watering schedule, check for soil moisture two to three inches below the surface before watering.
• Install a rain sensor on your irrigation controller so your system won't run when it's raining.
• Don't use running water to thaw food. Defrost food in the refrigerator for water efficiency and food safety.
• Use drip irrigation for shrubs and trees to apply water directly to the roots where it's needed.
• Grab a wrench and fix that leaky faucet. It's simple, inexpensive, and you can save 140 gallons a week.
• Reduce the amount of lawn in your yard by planting shrubs and ground covers appropriate to your site and region.
• When doing laundry, match the water level to the size of the load.
• Teach your children to turn off faucets tightly after each use.