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Water-wise around the house The U.S. population nearly doubled between 1950 and 2000; however, the demand for water during that period more than tripled. Americans now use an average of 100 gallons of water every day, enough to fill 1,600 drinking glasses.¹ With increased demand comes increased prices, not to mention the threat to our water reserves and environment. The Chesapeake Bay Program estimates that only 4 of those 100 gallons are actually necessary. Here are a few easy and effective ways to cut back on your water bills and protect this precious resource. Indoor General leaks Save on water and home repairs. A dripping faucet can waste 20 gallons of water a day, so it pays to tighten the seals with a wrench or replace worn hardware.² Even tiny drips that often go unnoticed can add up fast, and it’s a good idea to conduct a leak check twice a year. It’s easy: 1. Turn off all water inside and outside. 2. Read your meter. 3. Mark where the sweep hand (straight reading meter) or ‘ON
