Water is a precious and vital resource for our daily needs. No matter how we use it, there are many ways to conserve water inside and outside of our house. It should not only pay attention to our water consumption habits in times of drought. A reasonable use of water can help reduce the growing demand which exerts a stress on our resources. Just limit the discharge of domestic water and reduce water withdrawals. Keep the water reduces wear and tear on major facilities such as sewage plants and sewage water treatment and distribution systems for supplying drinking water to the population. Using a smaller amount of water can also help us to become more flexible when it comes to change our habits in times of drought. Here are some helpful tips on water conservation.
At home
Install an aerator on the kitchen taps. This device reduces the water consumption by 25%. To prevent bacterial growth, it is recommended to clean the aerator once a month.
Replace or adjust equipment or fittings which dilapidated water distribution performance is ineffective. Many innovative water saving devices are commercially available and can reduce water consumption by up to 40%.
Take quick showers. Replace your showerhead with an ultra-low-flow model that saves water. Some models are designed to allow you to interrupt the flow without pressure drop or temperature. Showers can also be equipped with a stop button enabling a person to temporarily stop the water jet while she soaped or she washes her hair.
Avoid filling the tub to the brim, when you take a bath. A bathtub filled to a quarter of its capacity is usually sufficient.
Do not let the water run while brushing your teeth, washing your hands and face or yourself shaving.
Avoid unnecessarily operate the plough water in the toilet bowl. Remove the paper-thin and similar waste in the trash instead of throwing them into the bowl. An average person consumes more than 100 litres of water per day just by pressing the flush of the toilet, which corresponds to 45% of the total water consumption for one person in the house.
When replacing a toilet, plan to use a low-flow toilet bowl with a smaller water tank. You can also install a device to save water in your present toilet to reduce the amount of water every time you flush water heaters. For more information on sound advice for water conservation, consult the local supplier of plumbing fixtures or hardware.
Operate washing machines and dishwashers only when charging is complete. Adjust the water level according to the volume of the wash load.
When washing dishes by hand if you have a double sink, partially fill a container with soapy water and the other with rinse water. If you have a sink to a tray, place the dishes on a dish rack and rinse with a rinsing device. You can also pour a hot tub of water on the dishes.
If you need any household chore, fill the sink instead of running a steady stream of water.
When cooking vegetables, use only the amount of water needed to cover food. The streaming still requires less water while maintaining a better nutritional value.
Do not use running water to thaw meat or other frozen foods. Plan rather thaw in a microwave oven using the defrost function.
Waste crushers require a large amount of water to function well. Composting kitchen waste would be an alternative to consider for the elimination of most kitchen waste.
Securely close the taps, but gently so they do not drip. A single drop of water per second from a leaky faucet can be a waste of 10,000 litres of water per year.
Keep a bottle of drinking water in the refrigerator. Do not run the tap until you get cold water.
Regularly check faucets accessories, pipes, fittings and dishwashers and washing machines to detect leaks. We must seal leaks immediately.
Ask insulation on your water pipes to get hot water faster. This measure helps avoid wasting water while it heats up. This can also prevent freezing your pipes during the colder months.
Outside
Use a broom to clean the entrance or sidewalk instead of watering them with water.
Watering the plants in the spring is not always advisable. Less abundant watering is early in the growing season, the more the roots will dig into the soil. This measure creates a larger pool of water.
To water your garden or lawn, use a suitable sprinkler automatic stop that suits your needs. Lawns should be watered no more than once every three to five days. Evaporation occurs more slowly in the morning or early evening. During water shortages, lawns should not be watered at all.
Seek advice from your local horticulturist regarding the use of drought-resistant plants and ground covers that will result in a saving of time and water.
Ask mulch to help water retention around trees and shrubs, and control the proliferation of weeds. The presence of weeds can slow runoff water to other plants.
Collecting rainwater in large tanks and use it to water plants outside.
Use a bucket and sponge to wash the car, then rinse quickly using a garden hose fitted with a trigger nozzle.
Avoid filling your pool to the brim in order to prevent water losses due to splashing. A pool cover can also be used to prevent evaporation.
The level of water supplies in the province tends to remain fairly constant from one season to the next, but the water consumption rate was increasing precipitously. During the summer, water demand is almost double what it usually is. Conserving water is critical.
It is important to know and follow all instructions regarding water conservation and water shortage in force in your community. It is especially important to follow good rules if your water comes from a private well.
