Outdoor Water
Savings
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Here's How You Can Help!
YEAR-ROUND WATERING GUIDELINES
November- March: 1x week
April- October: 3x week
Over half of a home’s annual water use occurs outdoors, below are some steps you can take to reduce outdoor watering.
And with the potential of a FOURTH year of drought looming in our future, we all need to do our part to reduce our water use even further.
How Much Water Can You Save?
Use Water-Wise Trees & Shrubs
30-50% water in areas converted from grass
Adjust Sprinkler Head to Prevent Water Waste
12-15 gallons each time you water
Test/Run Irrigation for Leaks
up to 6,300 gallons
Use a Broom to Clean Outdoor Areas
8-18 gallons per minute
Set Lawn Mower Blades to 3"
16-50 gallons per day
Use Mulch in Planter Areas
20-30 gallons per 1,000 sq. ft.
Install Drip Irrigation and/or Smart Controller
15 gallons each time you water
Wash Vehicles at Carwash with Recycled Water
8-18 gallons per minute
Use a Pool or Spa Cover
Reduces evaporation
Install a Smart Sprinkler Timer
24+ gallons per day
