7 Ways You’re Wasting Water

Although most of the Earth’s surface is covered by water, only about 1% of it is freshwater that is suitable for drinking and domestic consumption. According to The US Environmental Protection Agency, most U.S. households use an average of 300 gallons per day, so there is a lot of room for improvement when it comes to conserving freshwater. Even minor changes can make a huge difference in your water usage, and with water bills increasing, conserving water can also save you money!

It is easy to waste water each day between old fixtures, faulty plumbing, and old habits. Here are a few ways you may be wasting water without knowing it:

Leaky pipes. It is important to keep an eye out for leaks around your toilet, faucets, and other plumbing fixtures that you use often. Reports show that an average household can leak more than 10,000 gallons of water per year. Repair these leaks as soon as possible, and keep an eye on your bill to spot hidden leaks.

Using your toilet as a trash can. Toilets are the biggest source of water use in your home. Every time you flush a facial tissue or feminine product, you waste five to seven gallons of water!

Laundry and dishwasher loads that are half full. Ensure that your dishwasher is full and each load of laundry is pretty full. This will be more cost-effective in the long run.

Watching dishes with running water. Instead, fill up your sink with soap and water and then wash your dishes off.

Conventional toilets. If you have an older toilet, it could be using up to 2 gallons more water than a newer high-efficiency toilet.

Running the water while brushing your teeth. If you think about it, there is no reason the water needs to be running. Start the habit of turning the water off while brushing your teeth.

Taking a long shower. The average American uses 17.2 gallons of water when showering… that is a lot of water!

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