Though there are hundreds of tips that would help people conserve water in their homes, this article contains 2 of the best tips that are easy to do, but will make a big difference in the long run.
First off, it is important to check for leaks throughout your home. You should check faucets, pipes, and toilets for leaks. Faucet leaks will be obvious as the leaks would be completely visible. To look for leak pipes, head under your sinks and look for dripping water, or feel for wetness or warped wood. To check for a leak in your toilet, put some food coloring into the tank. Without flushing, if the color starts to seep into the tank in less than 30 minutes, then you have a leak. You can also use your water meter to check for leaks that are not visible or apparent to the naked eye. Head outside and take a look at your water meter. Record the reading. Wait 2 hours and make sure that absolutely no one turns on any faucet or flushes a toilet or uses water of any kind. Head back out to the water meter. If it is still the same number, you have no leaks. If the reading has changed, you have hidden leaks.
After you have determined that you have no leaks in your home, or after you have fixed the leaks that you did find, you can then add hardware to your home to help you conserve water. Low-flow water saving showerheads and faucet aerators decrease the amount of water that comes out of your faucet per minute. To actually be a low-flow fixture it must put out less than 2.5 gallons per minute. These products are inexpensive and can be purchased at any hardware or home improvement store.
Employ these tips in your home and you will not only be conserving water and improving the environment through "green plumbing" techniques, but you will also be saving money on your next water bill!
By Ana M Fraser
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