Top tips to help you be Water Wise in and around your home.
Being careful with how much water you use can help make sure there's enough for everybody. Every drip, drop and splash counts.
- Limit shower time to 4 minutes (try using a timer or playing a 4-minute song - take a look at this Spotify playlist)
- Only use the washing machine and dishwasher when full and on eco mode
- Don't run the tap while brushing your teeth
- Watering your garden at night reduces evaporation, and can provide water savings of 20–30% compared to watering during the day.
- Use mulch on your garden to stop water evaporation by up to 70%
- Fix any dripping taps or leaks as soon as possible
- Always follow the Permanent Water Savings Rules
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