Conservation Tips

There are a number of things you can do around your home to increase water efficiency and decrease unnecessary waste.

Ways to Save Indoors

Fix leaky toilets, faucets and pipes. This could save an average of 25 gallons per day.
Upgrade to water-efficient toilets and possibly save more than 700 gallons per month.
Install low-flow shower heads. This could save 500 to 800 gallons per month.
Limit showers to five minutes. This may save up to 1,000 gallons per month.
Turn off water while you brush your teeth or shave. You’ll possibly save four gallons a minute.
If washing dishes by hand, don't leave the water running. You could save 200 to 500 gallons a month.
Run the dishwasher and washing machine only when you have a full load.

Follow the District’s landscape irrigation rule.
Only water your landscape when it is actually needed. You can tell this by walking across your lawn. If you leave footprints, it’s time to water.
Implement Florida Friendly Landscaping™ and reduce the need for irrigation.
Use sprinklers with automatic timers, preferably those equipped with rain sensors.
Equip hoses with automatic shutoff nozzles for car washing, hand watering, etc.
Use a broom, not a hose, to clean driveways, sidewalks, and decks.
Wash your car on the grass. This will also water the lawn and prevent wasteful runoff.