Have you ever stopped to consider how much water you use in an average day? In the USA, it has been estimated at 90 gallons, but there are many things that can have an impact on that number. For example, some older toilets use 7 gallons in a single flush, so all it would take is 13 flushes to use up 91 gallons of water. There are many things that you can do to decrease the amount of water you use.
Whether you do it to save on your water bills or to lower your impact on the environment, the following steps will make a difference.
If you are willing to spend some money on upgrading old plumbing fixtures in your home, this will help a lot. We already mentioned the toilet, but your shower is also a big culprit when it comes to water waste. Changing your showerhead out to one that aerates the water will give you good pressure while using less water. The same is the case with your faucets in the bathroom and kitchen.
You should also avoid letting water run while doing other activities such as brushing your teeth or soaping up in the shower.
