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Check all faucets, pipes, and toilets periodically for leaks. A leaky faucet or invisible leak in the toilet will waste 15 to 20 gallons of water a day.
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Check your toilet flapper periodically to make sure it’s a tight fit.
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Install low-flow shower heads
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Take shorter showers or only partially fill the bathtub.
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Rinse your razor in a plugged sink, not under running water.
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Be sure your home has low-flow toilets. They can cut indoor water use by as much as 20 percent.
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Turn the faucet off while you’re brushing your teeth or washing your face.
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Wash only full loads of clothes or dishes and consider a low water-use machine when it’s time to replace your current one.