Finding small wins when it comes to energy and money saving at home can be very useful. You may not even notice the amount of water being wasted in your home, such as a leaky tap or pipes. But, over time the amount of litres can mount up. So, how can you conserve water to ensure you have a minimal amount of waste? Let’s find out!

Turn The Tap Off When Brushing Your Teeth

This may seem like a small change, but leaving the tap on for the whole duration of two minutes of brushing your teeth can waste up to 24 litres of water everyday! This can be close to over the amount used in a dishwasher cycle. So, switch off that tap!

Wash Fruit And Vegetables In A Bowl in The Sink 

We know it’s important to wash your fruit and vegetables before enjoying them. By doing this in a bowl in the sink rather than running under a continuous tap will save the amount of litres used. You can also use this water for your garden afterwards too! 

Collect Rainwater 

Rather than using your own water supply for your garden, collecting rainwater can be a good alternative for initiating energy saving tips for your garden. You can do this by leaving watering cans and buckets outdoors. Here in the UK, rain doesn’t hide, so you’re guaranteed some rain water for your garden. 

Another option to collecting rainwater is by getting a water butt fitted, which collects rain water from your roof. These can vary in sizes, so you can find the perfect size that fits your outdoor space.

Wash Clothing On Full Loads

Washing your clothes on a full load rather than several small loads can save water and energy on your washing machine. So, make sure the washing basket is full before you head over to the washing machine to do your laundry. 

Check For Leaks

The most important areas to check are the ones which are wasting water. These can include pipe leaks and leaky taps. Checking for any leaks around your home regularly will ensure you cover the important areas of your home.

Switch To Showers

Instead of having a bath, which can use up to 70 gallons of water, taking a shower can use considerably less amounts of water. A long soak in the bath can be extremely relaxing, so you don’t have to avoid these forever. Enjoy them!

Some additional small tips you may want to carry include:

  • Keeping a bottle of drinking water in the fridge 
  • Turn water off whilst shaving
  • Switch to a dishwasher instead of hand washing 
  • Water garden early in the day

Hopefully, this post has given you a plethora of tips to help conserve water in your home. For more energy saving tips, take a look at our most recent blog posts here.