Your water company will send out regular advice on what to do to prevent contaminating your water. Always follow plumbing codes and manufactures instructions for all appliances such as water filters and softeners. It is illegal dump any chemical or waste water down storm drains. Remember, storm drains empty into our streams and lakes untreated, which can contaminate our drinking water. The Health Department encourages consumers to conserve water .
Several products are available which can help.
Changing shower heads to reduce flow, lowering the amount of water used in toilet bowls, and keeping the clothes washer water levels correct are some of the main ways to conserve water indoors. The Health Department will closely follow developments as new State rules are finalized. Water reuse is a new field and will help to conserve water and other resources. Contact the water system serving you if you did not receive one of these reports. Water softeners and filtration units may be good for some specific uses.