Water Conservation
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WATER CONSERVATION

Water Conversion: We are dedicated to promoting our conservation efforts and helping our environment. Please join us in becoming green and helping our world converse as much of our natural resources as possible.
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Tips for Bathrooms

  • Take short showers instead of baths to help conserve 5-15 gallons of water.
  • Don’t leave the water running while brushing your teeth, washing your hands, shaving and similar activities.
  • Never use your toilet as a TRASH CAN.
  • Do not flush feminine products, trash, wipes, or paper in the trash.
  • Check and adjust toilets regularly for leaks.
  • Inspect bathrooms and kitchens for leaks on a regular basis.

  • Turn of the water while you wash your hair to save up to 150 gallons a month.

  • Listen for dripping faucets and running toilets. Fixing a leak can save 300 gallons a month or more.

  • Please visit www.wateruseitwisely.com for more conservation tips.
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Tips for Washing Clothes

  • Setting cooling systems and water softeners for a minimum number of refills saves both water and chemicals, plus more on utility bills.

  • Use proper water levels when washing.

  • Invest in front loading washer which uses 1/3 of the water of a traditional washer.

  • Run the clothes water with a full load.

  • Washing dark clothes in cold water saves both on water and energy while it helps your clothes to keep their colors.

  • Please visit www.wateruseitwisely.com for more conservation tips.
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Cooling Systems

  • Utilize ceiling fans to reduce air conditioning usage.
  • Regularly inspect cooling systems, change or clean filters, etc.
  • Instal a programmable thermostat and timer to help conserve (AC remains off while house is empty).
  • Consumers can save up to 30% on their home energy bills by choosing Energy Star-labeled appliances, lighting, windows, office equipment, air conditioners, furnaces, and home electronics. (Energy Star is the symbol for energy efficiency for products certified by the Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency).
  • Switch to cold water washing of laundry in top-loading, energy-inefficient washing machines to save energy.
  • Turn of lights, electronics, computers when not in use.
  • Consider motion detectors and sensors for indoor and outdoor lighting.
  • Give your water heater a vacation. When you go on vacation or are otherwise away from your home for a while, put your gas water heater on a vacation setting to save money and energy.
  • Visit www.socalgas.com for more conservation tips.
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