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Town
Of Warwick Municipal Web Site

18 Painless Ways You Can Save
Water
Fix those leaking faucets, toilets and showerheads
Run the dishwasher and washing machine with full loads
Dont let the water run for vegetable and dish washing
Dont let the water run while you shave or brush your teeth
Use a broom to clean driveways, walks and patios
Take showers rather than baths and keep showers short
Dont use the toilet as a trash can
Water the lawn early in the morning or in the evening to
avoid evaporation.
Keep grass at least two inches high to shade roots
Aerating the lawn regularly, and use mulch to reduce evaporation
Plant native or drought-resistant grass and plants for to reduce
watering needs
Water trees slowly, deeply, and not very often. This will
encourage deep roots
Keep a bottle of water in the refrigerator for drinking dont
run the faucet
Install aerators on bathroom and kitchen faucets
Install low-flow toilet (1.6 gallon per flush)
Install low-flow showerheads
Insulate your water heater and pipes |