Smart Water Saving Tips for Your Home

Jun 1

Making simple changes to your water use behaviour can save significant amounts of water and money. Every drop of water is precious, and small things you can continue to do make a big difference in water conservation. If we all reduced our water consumption by even a small amount, we could make a huge difference to Australia's total water usage. Here are practical, proven tips to help you save water in and around your home.

Rainwater Harvesting - A Smart Investment

Install a Rainwater Tank
The average 2,000-litre capacity rainwater tank can save up to 26,000 litres of water each year. By switching to a poly water tank to collect rainwater, you can harness this natural source of water to use at home, saving tremendous amounts of treated water. These savings could increase significantly (up to 59,000 litres annually) if the tank is plumbed in for internal uses such as clothes washing or toilet flushing.

Efficient Appliance Use

Only Wash Full Loads
Only use the washing machine or dishwasher when they are full, or adjust your load settings for smaller loads. Reducing your washing by just one load per week will save around 120 litres of water. If you must wash smaller loads, ensure you adjust the water level settings accordingly.

Bathroom Water Savings

Replace Your Toilet
Replace a standard single flush toilet with a dual flush system and save up to 90 litres per day. Every litre less in a flush will save a family of 4 nearly 6kL and $17.50 each year. Look for toilets with high WELS star ratings for maximum efficiency.

Take Shorter Showers
Showers and baths account for 25% of all water used in an average home. Showering for 4 minutes instead of 10 can save 54 litres of water a day. Every minute under a shower with a standard showerhead uses around 9 litres of water. Limiting showers to 4 minutes or less provides substantial daily savings.

Capture Cold Water
Don't waste water while waiting for hot water to arrive. Keep a bucket handy to catch the cold water and use it on indoor plants or in the garden - this simple habit can save litres daily.

Daily Habits That Make a Difference

Don't Leave Taps Running
Simply wet your toothbrush before you begin and use a glass of water to rinse your mouth. A running tap uses about 8 litres of water per minute. If you regularly keep the tap running while cleaning your teeth, you could waste up to 11,500 litres per year.

Install Water-Efficient Fixtures
Install low-flow taps or flow-controlled aerators to reduce tap water use from a standard 15-18 L/min down to as little as 2 L/min. This simple upgrade provides immediate water savings across your entire home.

Garden and Outdoor Water Saving

Use Mulch Strategically
Applying generous amounts of waterwise mulch can help you save up to 20% of water used in the garden. Coarse, chunky mulch is one of the easiest things you can do to conserve garden water.

Essential Maintenance

Check Your Home for Leaks
Leaks can be extremely wasteful and costly. Save up to 30 litres per day by having a licensed plumber repair leaks in and around your home. Regular leak detection can prevent thousands of litres of waste annually.

Advanced Water Efficiency Solutions

We offer comprehensive water efficiency assessments for your home, investment property, or business. Here are some advanced upgrades we may recommend:

Solar Hot Water Systems

Modern solar hot water systems are more efficient than ever, reducing both water waste and energy consumption while providing reliable hot water year-round.

Rainwater Tank Systems

Professional installation of appropriately sized rainwater tanks with internal plumbing connections for maximum water savings potential.

High-Efficiency Gas Systems

6+ Star Energy Rating gas instantaneous systems provide on-demand hot water, eliminating the waste associated with storage systems.

Water-Efficient Fixtures

Professional installation of water-efficient taps and showerheads with optimal flow rates and WELS star ratings for your specific needs.

Greywater Recycling Systems

If used straight away, greywater can be reused with little to no treatment, and on-site wastewater reuse can reduce water use in both urban and rural households. Diversion devices simply carry greywater from your bathroom or washing machine directly to your garden or toilet. Modern systems can recycle water from showers, basins, and washing machines for garden irrigation and toilet flushing.

Dual Flush Toilet Upgrades

Professional installation of the latest water-efficient dual flush toilets with superior WELS ratings and reliable performance.

Ready to Start Saving?

Every small change contributes to significant water conservation. Whether you implement simple habit changes or invest in advanced water-saving technology, you'll see the benefits in reduced water bills and environmental impact.

Contact us today for a professional water efficiency assessment and personalised recommendations for your property. Our licensed professionals can help you identify the most cost-effective water-saving solutions for your specific situation.

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