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Old 12-22-2010, 06:27 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Lowering household water consumption

I'm getting roommates in the house I recently purchased and include the utilities in the rent. I'd like to reduce water consumption as much as possible primarily for monetary reasons, but also for environmental.

I find that I enjoy my shower just as much with the water turned on only about 20% of full blast. Is there some device that can be installed inline with traditional shower heads that restricts water flow? I know there are low flow shower heads, but I bet I use even less water than those.

I'd also like to reduce flow from sinks, but I imagine that can be done by partially closing the supply line valves.

Any other tips for saving money as a homeowner?

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