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Did you know by letting the water run while brushing your teeth, shaving or washing dishes you can waste 3 to 5 gallons a minute? That adds up to about 20,000 wasted gallons a year in your home. Follow these simple steps at home and you can easily save water.

• Repair leaking pipes and faucets
• Only run the dishwasher when its full
• Set the washing machine for the appropriate level
• Don't run the water while brushing your teeth, shaving, or washing your hands
• Store a pitcher of water in the refrigerator for drinking so you won't have to let the
faucet run to get cold water
• Don't use the toilet as a trash can

How much water do you use?

Shower (5 minutes)	Non-Conserving		Conserving Activities
Shower (5 minutes)	Regular showerhead uses 30 gallons		Low-flow showerhead/restrictor 15 gallons and Wet-down, rinse off 4 gallons

Toilet Flushing	Conventional toilet 5-7 gallons per flush		Ultra-low flush toilet 1.6 gallons
Brushing Teeth	Tap running 10 gallons		Wet brush, rinse, one half gallon or less
Shaving	Tap running 20 gallons		Fill basin 1 gallon
Washing Hands	Tap running 2 gallons or more		Soap and rinse 1 gallon or less
Dishwashing	Tap running 30 gallons		Wash and rinse in dishpan or sink 5 gallons
Automatic Dishwasher	Full cycle 15 gallons		Short cycle 11 gallons
Washing Machine	Full cycle, top water level 40 gallons		New "tumble-action" efficient clothes washer 25 gallons
		Contact: Stephanie Duer Water Conservation Coordinator (801) 483-6860 stephanie.duer@slcgov.com

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