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Real Estate Agent with Realty ONE Group, Mountain Desert ADRE#542788000

Conserving water to be green while lowering your monthly bill to save green is a beneficial combination. Little things can contribute significantly to a large water bill.

  • Leaky faucets can waste over 1,000 gallons a year
  • Leaky toilets can waste 7,000 gallons a month
  • A five-minute shower saves more water than a tub bath
  • Water running while you brush your teeth or shave
  • Sprinkler heads need to be adjusted to spray on the yard only
  • Install a rain sensor on sprinkler system
  • Pool equipment can be a hidden source of wasted water
A larger than normal water bill can be your first indication you have a leak. Then, you'll need to track it down.
  1. Turn off all the water faucets and appliances; don't forget the ice maker.
  2. Open the water meter, usually located near the sidewalk in the front of the house. You may need a water key that can be purchased from a home improvement store or possibly borrowed from a neighbor.
  3. Locate the dial indicating water usage. It should not be moving since all of the water is off. If it is still moving, verify that you have turned off anything that might be using water.
  4. If it appears to be still, make a mark with a Sharpie and wait 15 minutes. If the flow indicator has moved, you probably have a leak.
  5. Now that you've confirmed that you have a leak, you may need help in locating it. A plumber or leak specialist may be able to help you track it down and repair it.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (928) 208-9827,  toll-free (877) LORI-DEE, or email Lori@LoriDee.com.

     Lori Dee Doerfler, Associate Broker

RE/MAX Prestige Properties

(928) 208-9827 Mobile/Direct

www.LoriDee.com

"Serving the Lake Havasu City Community”

Lori Dee

 
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Doug Dawes
Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street, Suite #5, Topsfield, MA - Topsfield, MA
Your Personal RealtorĀ®

Hi Lori - I was suprised when we purchased a high efficiency washing machine and also installed low flow gadgets in our faucets how much we saved on our water bill.

Nov 26, 2012 03:44 AM
Adrian Willanger
206 909-7536 AdrianWillanger-broker.com - Seattle, WA
Profit from my two decades of experience

Lori-good tips on how to sale money by reducing water usage and leaks. Besides saving money we are saving a natural resource.

 

Best

Nov 26, 2012 03:49 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Lori- just not leaving the water on while brushing your teeth can save and I'd heard that using the dishwasher instead of hand washing actually saves water.  

Nov 26, 2012 12:21 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Dec 01, 2012 10:23 AM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

This is excellent advice.  Not only will it save money, but will also conserve our precious water resources.

Dec 01, 2012 09:35 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Hi Lori,

I came over from Kathy's Sunday morning post with her "Ah-ha" moments. This is an excellent post! Conserving one of most precious resources should be at the top of everyone's list!

Dec 01, 2012 11:05 PM
Wayne Johnson
Coldwell Banker D'Ann Harper REALTORSĀ® - San Antonio, TX
San Antonio REALTOR, San Antonio Homes For Sale

Lori-We have droughts from time to time in our area of the country so making good use of water and not wasting should be more of a way of life for us. Good info thanks.

Dec 02, 2012 03:18 AM
Bob Miller
Keller Williams Cornerstone Realty - Ocala, FL
The Ocala Dream Team

Hi Lori, with much of Florida running low on water, that is another reasone to fix leaks.

Dec 02, 2012 07:04 PM
Lori Dee Doerfler
Realty ONE Group, Mountain Desert - Lake Havasu City, AZ
Helping NEGOTIATE through the real estate noise!

Bob, So true...

Wayne...each of us can make a difference.

Dorie, YES!

Gabe, True.

Kathy, Thank you so much for sharing.  I really appreciate it!

Adrian, Absolutely...

Doug, Amazing how little changes can save so much water.

I appreciate ALL your comments...wishing you all a fantastic week!  Respectfully, Lori

Dec 03, 2012 04:26 AM