Saving water at home

Every day habits that make a difference

Fill the washing machine or dishwasher instead of doing half or not-quite-full loads.
Avoid rinsing dishes or other items under a running tap.
Turn off the tap when cleaning teeth or shaving.
Flush the toilet less.
Wash the car less, and only on the grass.
Use a broom, not a hose, to clear driveways and pathways.
Challenge yourself and your household to limit showers to 3 minutes or less.

If you have a pool or spa, use a cover to restrict evaporation.
Reuse your dishwater in the garden.
Only wash your car or boat on the lawn, and only after 5pm and before 10am.
Only use a handheld hose for the garden if it is fitted with a trigger nozzle, and only after 5pm and before 10am.
Let the lawn go brown during dry seasons.
Consider drought tolerant native plants that do not need a lot of water, or group plants with similar needs together.
Book a free water-wise and bush-friendly garden visit with our Environment Team to get personalised tips and ideas for your garden.

Read your water meter regularly and check for leaks.
Act quickly to fix any leaks around the house.
Replace old non-WELS (Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards) showerheads with a WELS-rated water efficient showerhead.
When choosing appliances, go for those that have a good water efficiency rating. Council offers a rebate to Eurobodalla water customers on washing machines that are WELS-rated 4.5 stars or above.
Replace single flush toilets with WELS-rated dual flushes. Council offers a rebate for 4 star WELS-rated dual flush toilets that replace single flush ones and are not part of BASIX development requirements.
Consider investing in a rain water tank to water your garden, flush your toilets and provide water for your washing machine.
Learn about using greywater and your property.