You don't have to wait for water restrictions to make every drop count. With drought conditions sticking around the region, the City has a few simple tips to help you use water wisely.
Cut back on outdoor watering
Your irrigation system can use a lot of water, especially when it runs more often than needed. Check your schedule, look for leaks or broken sprinkler heads, and adjust your watering based on rainfall.
And remember, brown lawns are cool! Brown doesn’t mean dead. Many types of grass naturally go dormant during cooler, drier weather.
Save water around the house
Small changes like turning off the tap when brushing your teeth, taking shorter showers, and running only full loads of laundry or dishes can make a big difference.
Check for leaks before winter
Cold weather can put your plumbing to the test. Before temperatures drop, check toilets, washing machine hoses, dishwasher connections, and outdoor faucets for leaks or damage. Disconnect your garden hoses and protect exposed pipes and fixtures to help prevent problems.
Catching these leaks early save water and can help you avoid costly repairs.
Raleigh's water supply remains in a good position and there are no drought restrictions currently in effect. Still, we can all do our part to use water wisely.