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Soak pots and
pans instead of letting the water run while you scrape them clean.
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Don't water your
lawn on windy days when most of the water blows away or evaporates.
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Water your plants
deeply but less frequently to encourage deep root growth and drought
tolerance.
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Know where your
master water shut-off valve is located. This could save water and
prevent damage to your home.
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To decrease water
from being wasted on sloping lawns, apply water for five minutes and
then repeat two to three times.
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Group plants with
the same watering needs together to avoid overwatering some while
underwatering others.
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Use a layer of
organic material on the surface of your planting beds to minimize
weed growth that competes for water.
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Use a minimum
amount of organic or slow release fertilizer to promote a healthy
and drought tolerant landscape.
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Trickling or
cascading fountains lose less water to evaporation than those
spraying water into the air.
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Use a commercial
car wash that recycles water.
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Avoid
recreational water toys that require a constant flow of water.
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Turn off the
water while brushing your teeth and save 25 gallons a month.
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Use a rain gauge,
or empty tuna can, to track rainfall on your lawn. Then reduce your
watering accordingly.
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Encourage your
school system and local government to develop and promote water
conservation among children and adults.
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Learn how to shut
off your automatic watering system in case it malfunctions or you
get an unexpected rain.
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Set a kitchen
timer when watering your lawn or garden to remind you when to stop.
A running hose can discharge up to 10 gallons a minute.
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If your toilet
flapper doesn't close after flushing, replace it.
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Make sure there
are water-saving aerators on all of your faucets.
