When the dog days of summer hit and temperatures skyrocket, water becomes a more valuable commodity. In many areas, restrictions are put on water use to conserve this valuable and necessary resource. As a homeowner, you can do your part by finding ways to reduce your water usage in as many ways as possible. Here are a few ways to be green and reduce the amount of water your family uses this summer.
- Water your lawn in the morning. If you must have a green lawn, conserve water by only using your sprinklers in the morning or during the night when water will not evaporate due to the mid-day heat. This will be better for your lawn and for conserving water.
- Water plants manually. If you have potted plants that you use your hose to water, try using a hand-held watering can instead of a hose. This will save on excess water being lost between plants.
- Use a pool cover. If you have a pool, use your pool cover when it is not in use to reduce evaporation and conserve on water.
- Upgrade all your fixtures. If you have not done so already, upgrade all your faucets, showerheads and toilets to low-flow options. You can save hundreds of gallons a day just from doing this one step. Talk to your local plumber about installing your new fixtures.
- Check for water leaks in your outdoor and indoor plumbing. A small drip from your outdoor water faucet or in your bathroom sink is a big waste of water. Call your local plumber to get these leaks fixed to save water and money.
Everyone needs to do their part to help reduce water waste, especially during the hot summer months. Make a plan to start using conservation methods to save this important natural resource that we all need.
Posted on behalf of:
Metro Septic LLC
1210 N Tennessee St
Cartersville, GA 30120
(678) 873-7934
