Water management should be a principal concern to all Coloradans. Whether you are drinking more water to beat the heat, washing more sweaty clothes, showering more often, or gardening, when the warmth and long days of summer move in, water consumption rises significantly. There are numerous water-related responsibilities and activities associated with the changes in the temperature.
As most Coloradans already know, water resources aren’t as abundant as many people think. We here in Colorado, aren’t the only state affected; the ugly truth is that many parts of the Western U.S. have experienced drought conditions for numerous years now and it goes without saying that every drop counts.
On June 6th, 2014, the Governor signed a bill that will begin phasing in High-efficiency water fixture options starting in 2016. These new fixtures will be known as “WaterSense plumbing fixtures.” If you find yourself in the market for new fixtures, please ask our trained professionals about your options on being ahead of the curve.
Consider some of the following tips for water conservation around the home this summer...
Yard Water Savings
On June 6th, 2014, the Governor signed a bill that will begin phasing in High-efficiency water fixture options starting in 2016. These new fixtures will be known as “WaterSense plumbing fixtures.” If you find yourself in the market for new fixtures, please ask our trained professionals about your options on being ahead of the curve.
Consider some of the following tips for water conservation around the home this summer...
Yard Water Savings
- Drip irrigation: Drip irrigation systems, also referred to as a “drip system”, can be used to conserve water. The best part of drip irrigation systems, is you don’t need to hire a plumber for installation. The drip system consists of flexible rubber tubing with small holes that is connected on one end to an exterior spout while the rest is carefully placed near plants, bushes, and other vegetation. When the spout is turned on small amounts of water exit the holes feeding nearby plants and foliage.
- Morning watering: Water your yard and garden in the early morning when water won’t evaporate quickly from the sun’s heat. Doing so will promote strong, healthy roots.
- Washing dishes: If necessary, let dishes soak in the sink to soften leftover crumbs and turn off water when scrubbing. Only turn on the water to rinse the dishes.
- Reuse: The kitchen presents many opportunities to recycle water for the garden or plants Practical examples of recyclable kitchen water include water from boiling eggs, steaming veggies, and leftover water in the tea kettle.
- Toilets: Depending on the type of toilet, each push of the handle can account for several gallons of water, so don’t flush just for the sake of getting rid of a dirty tissue. A waste basket is for dirty tissues, only flush when it is truly necessary.
- Brushing teeth: There’s no need to keep the water running when brushing teeth. The water truly only needs to be on when you rinse. When left on, water is simply being wasted down the drain.
