Water conservation is extremely important. First of all, it can save you a lot of money. Even more important, it can help prevent pollution in local water supplies. Here is a top ten list of some of the best water conservation ideas you can use in your home.

1. Check for Leaks

One of the easiest water saving tips any homeowner can use is to check the pipes in his or her home for leaks. A leaky faucet can waste as much as twenty gallons of water in a single day.

2. Only Use Full Loads in Your Washing Machine

Doing multiple smaller loads is an easy way to waste thousands of gallons of water a year. Only washing full loads is one of the best water conservation strategies you can use.

3. Use Your Water Meter

Learn how to use it. It is extremely important for water conservation. If you find that the readings have changed after only a few hours water not being used, you have a leak somewhere in the house.

4. Don't Use Your Toilet Like a Garbage Can

Many people like to throw any kind of trash into the toilet and flush it. Every time you flush something that could have been thrown into an actual trash bin, you waste seven gallons of water.

5. Use Water Conserving Shower Heads

Shower heads specifically designed for water conservation can be bought for cheap at most hardware stores. These save thousands of gallons of water a year.

6. Spend Less Time in the Shower

Another one of the best water saving tips is to only run the shower when you need to wash off. If you cut your shower time down to four minutes, it could save 40 gallons a day.

7. Don't Let Your Faucet Run

You don't need to let your faucet run the entire time you brush your teeth. After you're done wetting your toothbrush, turn it off. This will stop a lot of unnecessary water consumption.

8. Store Water in Your Fridge

Many people let their tap water run so they can get cold drinking water. This is wasteful. Instead, keep a pitcher of ice water in your fridge.

9. Wrap Your Pipes in Insulation

Foam insulation for pipes can be purchased at any home improvement store. It will allow you to get hot water much quicker so you don't have to waste water while you wait for it to warm up.

10. Use Your Sink to Clean Your Razor

Instead of using running water, place it in a sink with a couple inches of water. This will do the job just as well and help cut down your water consumption.

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