These Common Habits Are Raising Your Texas Water Bill

As bills continue to rise when it comes to, well, everything. Any chance we can save some cash can be a huge help. Thanks to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, we have some tips for cutting your water bill both inside and outside of your home.

They also explain how you can get the most out of watering your yard without dumping cash down the drain with the hose.

Cutting Your Texas Water Bill Inside the House

Saving money with water in the home often starts in the bathroom. For instance, try limiting flushing to bathroom breaks only rather than tissue or other waste.

While getting ready in the morning, consider taking shorter showers or investing in showerheads that limit the amount of water each session. When it comes to brushing your teeth or washing your face, turn the water off between brushes and scrubs.

Also, try storing water in the fridge instead of turning on the tap every time you need a glass of water. And those dishwashers and washing machines? Only run them when the loads are absolutely full.

Lastly, if you have a fish tank, consider recycling that water for your plants. The fish gunk can be an excellent and free fertilizer.

Saving Tips for Outside Water Bills

When it comes to outside of your home, try using a broom to clear off paneling or sidewalks rather than a hose. Also, consider purchasing a moisture sensor for your yard. These kits can be as cheap as 10 bucks and are a great way to tell you when you need to water your lawn.

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When mowing your lawn, try keeping the blade at least three inches high. This keeps the grass roots in tact and encourages them to grow deeper, holding more water and requiring less care.

Have a family pool? Whether it's in or above ground, make sure you have a cover when you aren't using it. This can help stop evaporation on hot days, requiring you to fill it less often.

So, there you have it! Texas is H-O-T, so any chance we can have to limit our spending on water, we should absolutely take. Just make sure keep an eye on the weather when doing yard work. You don't want your sprinkler on... during the rain.