7 Ways to Save Money on Home Bills: Water Efficiency

If you’re looking to save money on monthly home bills, you can start by integrating these guidelines into your home life. Flush out some bad habits, pick up some new tips, and see if your water and sewage costs go down. 

1. Save more than 10% on water bills by fixing water leaks. Address dripping faucets by replacing rubber gaskets and/or gaskets, leaky showerheads can be fixed with pipe tape and a wrench, and running toilets may be repaired by replacing the rubber flapper.

2. Installing aerators on your kitchen and bathroom faucets may save up to $100 per year. Aerators help reduce the flow of water to moderate output, and a good model will do so without reducing water pressure.

3. Try to always run your dishwasher, and washing machine, and dryer at full capacity. You are wasting water and energy running them only half full. This tip also reduces carbon emissions (great for thinking green!).

4. Test for leaks in your toilet bowl with this colorful tip: Put a few drops of food coloring in the tank, and if you notice any color in the bowl within 20 minutes, there is a leak somewhere.

5. This unusually practical trick can save up to 10 gallons of water use per day: Some people turn to using a brick in their toilet’s water tank as a way to save water. An alternative to the brick is to use a plastic bottle with some sand or pebbles to weigh it down, and drop it in the tank (without it hindering the tank’s moving parts).

6. Repurpose your water. Some people do this by simply bringing a bucket in the shower to capture excess water, and others create complex systems to capture water. Installing rain barrels outdoors to capture rainwater also reduces the need to use the garden hose and thereby reduces your water bill. Learn more about repurposing water before putting it into practice.

7. Contact your city or municipality that handles water and sewage maintenance. Some city departments offer home inspections to identify the sources of possible leaks that could be driving up your water bill.

When it comes time to contact a professional for emergency pipe bursts or unruly water leaks, contact Specialized Outsource Solutions. We provide referrals to certified, licensed, and bonded contractors who are local and specialize in stopping leaks and addressing water damage to your home. Call 1-888-589-1868 or fill out our online service request form.