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Tips to Save Water Inside the Home
Last modified: July 10, 2006 - 2:40 PM
Here is a list of useful tips to help save water inside the home. More information about saving water can be found at the http://www.waterwise.nsw.gov.au
Dishwashers- Wait for full loads - make sure you have a full load before using the dishwasher
- Don't double rinse - use the 'rinse and hold' setting on your dishwasher instead of rinsing plates under the tap.
- Wash by hand - washing dishes by hand uses less than 1/3 of the water used in one dishwasher cycle.
Washing Machines- Wait for full loads - make sure you have a full load before using the washing machine, alternatively use the low water level setting for small loads.
Baths- Don't overfill - don't waste water by filling the bath more than necessary.
- Consider the alternative - a 3 minute shower uses less than 1/3 of the water in a half-full bath.
- Share bath water.
Showers- Water-saving showers - install a water-efficient shower rose.
- Take shorter showers - halve your usage by halving the time spent under the shower.
- Reduce pressure - try a quarter turn of the tap instead of a full turn.
Toilet- Install a dual-flush toilet.
- Don't use toilet unnecessarily eg. Flushing tissues or wrappers.
Running Taps- Need a drink? - Keep a jug of water in the fridge instead of waiting for the cold water to come through the tap.
- Turn off tap while brushing - or wet your toothbrush and fill a glass for rinsing.
- Use the plug - when preparing vegetables and washing hands, half-fill the sink instead of rinsing them under the tap.
- Reduce pressure - try a quarter turn of the tap for regular use.
Contact details
Parkes Shire Council
02 6861 2343 (ph)
02 6862 3946 (fax)
council@parkes.nsw.gov.au
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