12 Ways To Lower Your Water Bill

If you’re not paying close attention, you could be spending way more on your water bill every month than you have to. While most of us don’t add up the dollars and cents while taking a long shower or calculate the cost of doing the dishes by hand versus running the dishwasher, little things can (and do) add up fast on your water bill. The good news: with a conscious effort and a bit of awareness, you can easily use less water in your day-to-day and cut down on your utility costs.

As of 2019, the average U.S. household of four people is using 100 gallons of water per person per day for an average monthly water bill of $72.93—or $875.16 a year. Your own bill can run exponentially higher every month if you heavily water your grass, have a pool, or simply have more than four people living in your home.

Every effort that you make to cut down your water bill means more cash in your pocket. So how do you do it? These 12 easy tips will all help you use less water at home—which will directly translate into a lower monthly bill.

Fix Leaks and Drips

Upgrade Your Washer

Aerate Your Faucets

Use Your Dishwasher

Have To Wash By Hand? Fill the Sink

Change Your Shower Habits

Convert Your Toilets to Low Flow

Collect Your Rainwater

Use a Cover On Your Pool

Be Strategic With Lawn Care

Use a Fridge Pitcher for Cold Water

Turn Off The Faucet

Small savings on your water bill add up fast. Even shaving just $10 off your monthly bill will account for more than $100 in savings a year, and if you follow all of the tips above you’re guaranteed to save a whole lot more than that.

Start with the tips that are easiest to implement, and work your way out from there. As you begin to see results, you’ll get more motivated to make the major changes that result in major pay-offs, and you might even realize that a three minute shower can be just as refreshing as a ten minute one!