Winter Water-Saving Tips for Your Home & Well
Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean conservation takes a break! Here are some easy, budget-friendly ways to protect your water supply and reduce waste all winter long.
Inside the Home:
🛠️ Fix leaks fast. Even small leaks can waste 10,000 gallons a year.
🧣 Protect your pipes. Insulate exposed pipes – especially in basements, attics, and crawl spaces.
💦 When in doubt, drip. Let faucets trickle during freezing temps. Save the water you catch for flushing or plants!
🚰 Know your shut-off valve. Locate and label it now before an emergency happens.
🚽 Upgrade to low-flow toilets. Save up to 5 gallons per flush.
🪥 Turn off the tap. Don’t let water run while brushing teeth, shaving, or washing dishes.
🌿 Install WaterSense products. These certified fixtures cut water use and lower your bill.
👕 Wash full loads. Run dishwashers and washing machines only when full.
🧊 Change water filters. Replace refrigerator and whole-house filters every 6 months or as recommended by the manufacturer or your water treatment pro.
Outside the Home:
🧣 Protect your wellhead. If you do not have a pitless adapter, cover your wellhead to insulate the exposed pipe. More info in our wellcare® sheet, Protecting Your Pipes and Well System From Freezing.
❄️ Winterize irrigation systems. If you haven’t already, shut them down! Potted plants only need occasional watering.
🌻 Plan your spring landscape. Choose native, low-water plants that attract birds and butterflies.
☀️ Water in the morning. Avoid evening watering to prevent fungal growth.
🪣 Use a carwash. Or hand wash with a bucket and spray nozzle to save gallons.
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