CA Water Crisis

If you are from California you are well aware of the water crisis that we are facing. This graphic below outlines exactly where the water is going in a typical three bedroom home in California. Don’t discount this though if you live in another state… it’s probably very similar if you are in another climate that is generally warm year round.

So what can you do to save money and water?

There are a few simple fixes that you can do inside your house:

1. Invest in a low flow toilet (like this one) for under $200.

2. Install a faucet aerator (they are only $2!)
3. Install a low flow shower head. 

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I found it surprising that so much water was used on landscaping. Instead of annually spending almost 60% of your water on your yard consider investing in drought resistant landscaping like these homes. Read some really helpful tips from  Better Homes and Gardens on creating this type of landscaping.

 

Photos via Better Homes and Gardens