If your faucet is dripping at the rate of one drop per second, you could lose 2,700 gallons per year which will add to the cost of your utility bill. Stopper tub before turning water. The initial burst of cold water can be warmed by adding hot water later. Recycle a plastic quart milk container, fill it with water and put it in your toilet tank, safely away from the operating mechanisms. In an average home, the bottle may displace 10 gallons or more of water a day.
Bricks tend to disintegrate in the water and can damage plumbing.
Install low-flow showerheads. Call the Department of Public Works and Utilities at 469-4090 to receive a water efficiency test kit to help you determine if you need a more efficient showerhead. The flow bags can be used in the shower or on any faucet. Replace any showerhead that allows a flow of more than 2.5 gallons per minute. Limit the length of your showers to 5 minutes or less.