Running Water
Bathing, brushing your teeth and shaving all use a considerable amount of water. When bathing, consider taking a shower instead of taking a bath to conserve water. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, or EPA, an average bath uses approximately 70 gallons of water, while a shower only uses approximately 25 gallons of water. You can further reduce the amount of water used when showering by taking shorter showers.
When brushing your teeth or shaving, turn off the tap when not rinsing the brush or the razor to conserve water.
Washing Dishes And Clothes
You should use a dishwasher whenever possible instead of washing the dishes in the sink, if you own a dishwasher. Only run the dishwasher when it is full, and scrape plates and cookware instead of rinsing them off. If you do not own a dishwasher, turn the tap off regularly when washing the dishes to conserve water.
Adjust the water level on the washing machine according to the amount of laundry. Do not use the full water setting if the tub is less than full. Consider purchasing a new washing machine if your current machine is old. Certain washing machines use up to 50 percent less water than older machines, according to Energy Star. When purchasing a new washing machine, look for the Energy Star logo. Washing machines with the Energy Star logo have met certain criteria for saving water and electricity.