Faucet Efficiency can add up to big water savings

While surfing the web, I found that Colorado State University posted some great tips on one of their web pages the other day on ways to improve faucet efficiency. I’ve included their list and added some of my own below.

• Install low-flow faucet aerators on all your household faucets. Some aerators can restrict flow to less than 1.0 gpm.
• Do not run the faucet continuously while washing dishes and hands, shaving, or brushing your teeth.
• Checking and repairing faucet leaks can save up to 140 gallons of water per week.
• Some older faucets leak in ways that you can’t always see, such as down the back of the inlet or around the seal. Look under your sink for water spots to see if this is the case with yours.
• When washing dishes, use the hose attachment when possible. This not only makes cleaning dishes easier, but it forces you to simply spray water when and where you need it.
• When washing your hands, do not over use hot water. Use just enough to lather up and rinse off and use hot water to bring it to warm. This will help both your water bill and your energy bill.

They also posted this at colostate, which I found interesting:

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