Graywater is a type of wastewater that comes from showers, sinks, and clotheswashing machines, and can be relocated to other spots on a property to supply irrigation. Installing a graywater system is an excellent method for conserving and recycling water.

Finding the balance between a beautiful yard and drought conservation can be difficult, especially during the summer.

Performing inspections and regular maintenance of your indoor/outdoor plumbing & irrigation is the best practice in saving water. So while doing your "Spring Cleaning" also check your plumbing and irrigation for breaks or leaks around seals, faucets and hose bibs.

WaterSense is a partnership program sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency that seeks to protect the future of our nation's water supply by promoting water efficiency and enhancing the market for water-efficient products, programs, and practices.  Look for the WaterSense logo when you are shopping to identify high-performing, water-efficient products.

Fill the bathtub halfway or less which will save about 12 gallons per bath. 

Wash dishes only when you have full loads. Learn how to properly load your dishwasher – the more dishes you can properly fit, the less times you have to run it (Good Housekeeping article for some tips). Also, scrape off the food scraps instead of rinsing each dish before you load it. 

Tips 

A standard garden hose uses approximately 10 gallons/minute. Which means leaving on for 10-minute = 100 gallons of water.