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5 Ways to Save Water
Whether you're in an older home or a brand-new one, you can still save water. Most of these suggestions cost little or nothing, and don't require a major lifestyle shift -- just a little change in your normal routine. Here are five examples but there are many more at the Austin Water Utility site, here.

1.Replace older toilets with low-flow models to save up to 50%. Rebates are available to replace up to three toilets per household.

2.More plants die from over-watering than from under-watering. Be sure only to water plants when necessary. If you use more than 25,000 gallons per month during the summer, get a free irrigation system evaluation by calling 974-2199.

3.Install FREE water-saving showerheads that use 2.5 gallons per minute or less.

4.Report water waste from malfunctioning irrigation systems -- call 311.

5.Use a grease pencil to mark the water level of your pool at the skimmer. Check the mark 24 hours later. Your pool should lose no more than 1/4 inch each day.

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