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Studies
show that dripping faucets and leaking toilets account for as much as 14% of
all indoor water use,
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equivalent
to 10 gallons (38 liters) per person of water lost per day !
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Turn
off water when brushing your teeth or shaving and save more than 5 gallons (19
liters) per day.
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Install
faucet aerators and reduce water flow to 1.5 gallons/minute.
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The
most common source of leaks is the toilet. Check toilets for leaks by placing
a dye tablet, or 3 drops of food
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coloring
into the tank. If after 15 minutes the dye shows up in the bowl, the toilet
has a leak.
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Toilets
account for almost 30% of all indoor water use, more than any other fixture or
appliance.
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Replacing
an old toilet with a new model can save the typical household 7,900 to 21,700
gallons
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(29,902
to 82,135 liters) of water per year, cutting both your water and wastewater
bills.
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Install
an ultra low-flow toilet that requires only 1.6 gallons
(6
liters) per flush.
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Reduce
the amount of water an older toilet uses by placing a half-gallon plastic jug
in the tank.
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Don't
use the toilet as a trash can.
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Take
a quick shower (less than 5 minutes) and save an average of 20 gallons (76
liters) of water.
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Install
a low-flow showerhead with a flow rate of less than 2.5 gallons (9.5 liters)
per minute.
