Outdoors is where most homes use the greatest amount of water. These simple do’s and don’ts can help you care for your garden while saving bucketloads across your home.
A quick check can stop small leaks from wasting bucketloads. You can test your irrigation for up to 2 minutes on your rostered watering days before 9am or after 6pm. Test after blackouts, repairs or new installations to make sure everything is working efficiently.
Timers and trigger nozzles help control flow and avoid leaving water running. Be sure to check hoses and fittings for leaks.
Hand watering is allowed any day, ideally before 9am. Use a watering can or a handheld hose with one outlet to target thirsty plants without overwatering.
Fill a bucket before washing your car and park on the lawn. This helps your lawn soak up the water instead of letting it run off onto the road.
Pool evaporation adds up fast over summer. A cover helps save bucketloads. When topping up your pool, set a phone timer to avoid overflow. We recommend using a pool or spa cover to reduce water loss through evaporation.
Only use the water you need outside by sticking to your rostered watering days. Watering just one extra day a week can waste 87 buckets of water. That's 348 buckets a month!
Never leave a hose unattended. This is one of the quickest ways to waste bucketloads of water outdoors.
Slides and water play items that need a hose can only be used on your watering days.
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