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| LIFE IN SOLERA | AUGUST 2022 | 5 OUTDOORS 1. Check your sprinkler system frequently and adjust sprinklers so only your lawn is watered and not the house, sidewalk, or street. 2. Avoid planting turf in areas that are hard to water such as steep inclines and isolated strips along sidewalks and driveways. 3. Install covers on pools and spas and check for leaks around your pumps. 4. Plant during the spring or fall when the watering requirements are lower. 5. Check your water meter and bill to track your water usage. 6. Minimize evaporation by watering during the early morning hours, when temperatures are cooler and winds are lighter. 7. Use a layer of organic mulch around plants to reduce evaporation and save hundreds of gallons of water a year. 8. Use a broom instead of a hose to clean your driveway or sidewalk and save 80 gallons of water every time. 9. Divide your watering cycle into shorter periods to reduce runoff and allow for better absorption every time you water. 10. We're more likely to notice leaky faucets indoors, but don't forget to check outdoor faucets, pipes, and hoses for leaks. 11. Periodically check your pool for leaks if you have an automatic refilling device. 12. Only water your lawn when needed. You can tell this by simply walking across your lawn. If you leave footprints, it's time to water. 13. Adjust your lawn mower to a higher setting. Longer grass shades root systems and holds soil moisture better than a closely clipped lawn. 14. When you clean your fish tank, use the water you've drained on your plants. The water is rich in nitrogen and phosphorus, providing you with a free and effective fertilizer. 15. Use the sprinkler for larger areas of grass. Water small patches by hand to avoid waste. INDOORS 1. When washing dishes by hand, don't let the water run while rinsing. Fill one sink with wash water and the other with rinse water. 2. Evaporative coolers require a seasonal maintenance checkup. For more efficient cooling, check your evaporative cooler annually. 3. Run your washing machine and dishwasher only when they are full and you could save 1,000 gallons a month. 4. Use the garbage disposal sparingly. Compost instead and save gallons every time. 5. Keep a pitcher of water in the refrigerator instead of running the tap for cold drinks, so that every drop goes down you not the drain. 6. Wash your produce in the sink or a pan that is partially filled with water instead of running water from the tap. 7. If your shower can fill a one-gallon bucket in less than 20 seconds, then replace it with a water-efficient showerhead. 8. Collect the water you use for rinsing produce and reuse it to water houseplants. 9. When shopping for new appliances, consider one offering cycle and load size adjustments. 10. Time your shower to keep it under 5 minutes. You'll save up to 1000 gallons a month. 11. Install low-volume toilets. 12. Put food coloring in your toilet tank. If it seeps into the toilet bowl, you have a leak. It's easy to fix and you can save more than 600 gallons a month. 13. Plug the bathtub before turning the water on then adjust the temperature as the tub fills up. 14. Designate one glass for your drinking water each day. This will cut down on the number of times you run your dishwasher. 15. Don't use running water to thaw food. Water Conservation Tips The Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District is always concerned about water conservation, and we encourage our customers to be aware of all water usage activities. Conserving water is easier than you think, so here are a few tips on how to save water in your daily life:

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