The Garden

Use good mulch. Mulch can prevent up to 73% evaporation loss and therefore is a cheap, easy and effective technique to make the most of water. Mulch prevents excessive run off, restricts week growth, improves soil structure and helps put valuable nutrients back into the soil.

Toughen up your plants. Only water when the soil dries out.

Remove weeds. Weeds compete for water and nutrients

Raise the lawn mower blade to at least three inches. A lawn cut higher encourages grass roots to grow deeper, shades the root system and holds soil moisture better than a closely-clipped lawn

The Home

Check for toilet tank leaks by adding food coloring to the tank. If the toilet is leaking, color will appear within 30 minutes. Check the toilet for worn out, corroded or bent parts. Most replacement parts are inexpensive, readily available and easily installed. (Flush as soon as test is done, since food coloring may stain tank.

Verify that your home is leak-free, because many homes have hidden water leaks. Read your water meter before and after a two-hour period when no water is being used. If the meter does not read exactly the same, there is a leak

In General

Create an awareness of the need for water conservation among your children. Avoid the purchase of recreational water toys which require a constant stream of water

Try to do one thing each day that will result in a savings of water. Don't worry if the savings is minimal. Every drop counts. And every person can make a difference. So tell your friends, neighbors and co-workers to "Turn it Off" and "Keep it Off"