How to save water at home?

The suggestions mentioned above are effective ways to save water, but we can go a step further and replace the household appliances. So if a renovation is coming up, it is worth considering such solutions that will help reduce water consumption as much as possible.

We should find some space for a dishwasher in the kitchen if we do not have one yet. It is estimated that a dishwasher uses up to 4 times less water compared to washing dishes by hand. Both in the kitchen and in the bathroom, the mixer faucet should be a single lever and equipped with an aerator. It is a special cap that resembles a strainer, which can make the water consumption drop by up to 50%.

When renovating a bathroom, in the first place we could replace the bathtub with a shower. Installing a shower enclosure is the quickest way to notice changes in water usage. Bathing in a tub topped up with water means that even 170 liters of water might be used while taking a shower consumes only a few dozen liters at most. The difference is therefore considerable, and if we calculate the frequency of bathing and the number of household members, it’s just immense. What is more, the shower takes up less space, and if you choose a model from a good manufacturer, it will also become an interior decoration. The information on how to choose a good shower enclosure can be found in articles on SanSwiss website.

A separate issue is a garden and the green area around the property. Gardens of various sizes surround single-family houses, and the developers often offer apartments with access to a small garden. Thus, it is worth knowing what practices can save water in the garden. Instead of using a garden hose regularly, we can use what nature gave us - the rainwater. Rainwater tanks are widely available and the water obtained in this way can be used for example to water the grass and flower beds. Some households also decide to build a septic drain field. Depending on the technology chosen, the cost of this investment varies from a few to several thousand, but it will pay for itself after just a few years.

A greater focus on pro-ecological actions is not just a temporary trend, it is a need. It is meant to lead to healthy ecosystems all around the globe. When taking actions against water waste the priority is the environmental consideration. Saving water in households decreases the water demand, and at the same time increases the lifespan of lakes and rivers, which get less exploited.

Let’s also point out something that not everyone is aware of. By lowering the pressure in our water installations, saving water will translate into lower maintenance costs of the drainage and sewerage systems. By following the above-mentioned advice, the household members will feel like they take care of the planet. Also, let’s not forget about our bills. The more we are involved in water conservation, the lower our bills get and the more money stays in the wallet.