• Water in the early morning or evening - You can lose as much as 30% of water to evaporation if you water under the hot midday sun.
• Do not water the gutter – Position your sprinkler so the water lands on the lawn and not on paved areas. Also try to avoid watering on windy days.
• Use a broom - Don't use a hose to clean driveways and sidewalks.
• Use a bucket - Wash your car using a bucket and only use the hose for rinsing.
• Plant drought-resistant trees and plants – This approach can provide a financial benefit of up to 40% in water costs. View a complete list of plants and trees available at the West Valley Water District Waterwise Demonstration Garden.

• Check for leaks – Leaky toilets and dripping faucets account for a large portion of water waste in the home. View the District’s Leak Detection Guide. 
• Only wash full loads – Whether you are washing clothes or dishes, only do a load if it is full.
• Take short showers – Bathing is the second-highest consumption use of water. Long, hot showers can waste five to 10 gallons of water every unneeded minute. A five-minute shower is usually all that’s needed. 
• Don’t let the faucet run – Whether you are washing dishes, brushing your teeth, or even cleaning vegetables, don’t let the faucet run. There is no need to let water pour down the drain when you aren't using it. 
• Install water-savings devices – You can install water-saving showerheads as well as low-flow aerators on bathroom and kitchen faucets. West Valley Water District offers free water saving showerheads and aeration kits for the kitchen and the bathroom.

Contact Us
For more information about conservation, please contact Amanda Kasten at (909) 875-1804 ext. 700.