When you live in a rural area like so many residents around Fairbanks, AK, you rely on water delivery to give your home and your family a steady supply of clean water. However, making that supply last after your latest delivery can be a challenge if you’re not careful. At Water Wagon, their dedicated staff wants to help you get the most out of your water tank refill. They’re here to share a few tips to help conserve water year-round.

5 Water Conservation Tips to Make Your Tank Last Until the Next Water Delivery

1. Turn Off the Faucet

Whether you’re washing dishes or brushing your teeth, leaving the faucet on for the entire time will quickly drain a water tank. Instead of letting the water run, turn the faucet off when you’re not actively using the water. This can save up to a gallon a minute—imagine how much longer that water tank will last!

2. Call a Plumber

Dripping faucets and leaking pipes all waste water. Though these leaks are slow, they’re steady and can dramatically increase the amount of water you go through each month. Instead of letting a slow drip last, call a plumber and get it fixed as quickly as possible.

3. Shorten Shower Time

As nice as a long, hot shower is, even eco-friendly shower heads go through about three gallons a minute. That means in a ten-minute-long shower, 30 gallons of water go down the drain. Whenever possible, try to shorten the time you spend in the shower. Knocking just two minutes off the average length can save over ten gallons a week, increasing the time until your next water delivery.

4. Reuse Cooking Water

Most families don’t think twice about dumping their cooking water down the drain. However, in most instances, that water can be reused as long as it isn’t seasoned. Pour the water into a pot or bucket and let it cool. Once it reaches room temperature, use it to water plants around the house.

5. Only Do Laundry Once the Load Fills the Machine

Washing small loads of laundry can blow through tons of water each time. Rather than washing small loads frequently, let the laundry pile up a bit. Once you have enough dirty clothes to fill the machine, go ahead and run the washer. Remember, most machines use nearly the same amount of water, whether you’re washing a small load or a large one.

Let the team at Water Wagon handle all of your water delivery and tank refill needs. Their dedicated staff is proud to offer on-site delivery seven days a week, so you’ll never have to worry about running out of water. Learn more about their water filling services by visiting their website, and call (907) 479-4499 to set up an appointment today.