Simple tips and tools to help you understand your household water use and find practical ways to conserve.
Where household water use happens
Most household water use comes from everyday activities like showering, flushing toilets, washing clothes, running faucets, and watering lawns. Small changes in these areas can make a meaningful difference over time.
Showers & Baths
Shower length and fixture efficiency can have a major impact on daily water use.
Toilets
Toilets are used many times per day, and older models can use more water per flush.
Faucets
Running faucets while brushing, shaving, or washing dishes can add up quickly.
Laundry
Full loads and efficient settings help reduce water use over time.
Dishwashing
Modern dishwashers can be efficient when run with full loads.
Outdoor Watering
Lawns, gardens, and sprinklers can become one of the largest water-use categories.
Leaks
Small leaks can waste significant water if they go unnoticed.
Simple ways to conserve water
Practical steps residents can take indoors, outdoors, and throughout the year.
Take shorter showers.
Fix running toilets.
Turn off the faucet while brushing your teeth.
Install efficient fixtures when replacing old ones.
Check for hidden leaks.
Water Usage Calculator
Estimate your household water use and see where small changes could help.
Your household
Your estimates
Daily use
215 gal/day
Monthly use
6,459 gal/mo
Biggest category
Showers
Top savings tip
Try reducing shower time by 2 minutes per shower, or consider a water-efficient showerhead.
Usage breakdown
Showers64 gal 30%
Toilets32 gal 15%
Faucets & indoor use40 gal 19%
Laundry18 gal 8%
Dishwashing4 gal 2%
Outdoor watering57 gal 27%
This calculator provides an estimate. Actual water use may vary based on fixture type, appliance efficiency, irrigation setup, leaks, household habits, and local conditions.
Your water-saving suggestions
Your biggest category: Showers
Try reducing shower time by 2 minutes per shower, or consider a water-efficient showerhead.
Start small
Small changes can add up. Start with one habit this week and review your water use again later.
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