 This week is Water Saving Week – the ideal time to reflect on how we use water at home. We’ve put together some top tips to help you use less water – from the kitchen to the bathroom, even small changes can add up to big savings.  Don’t do things by half loadsSunny weekends with little ones can mean grass stains, mucky hands, and lots and lots of washing! It’s tempting to pop your washing on as soon as the dirty clothes have been taken off, but waiting for a full load could save money on water and energy too – freeing up a little extra for the things that matter most️.Don’t do things by half loads  Are you missing a trickle?Sometimes a leaky loo can go unnoticed if it’s not making a mess, but finding and fixing a leaky loo could help you save money, even if it’s just a trickle. Checking for a leak is quick and easy. Some leaks can even be fixed without needing any outside help – or contact a local plumber.How to find and fix a leak?  Try the shorter shower challengeAround 12% of your household energy bills come from heating water, so cutting your shower time by just one minute can help you save money. Try our shorter shower challenge by picking your favourite 5-minute song – once it’s finished, it’s time to turn the shower off.Take the challenge  Rinse, reuse, repeatWhether you’re washing your veggies for dinner or rinsing off fruit for a lunchtime snack, it’s easy to use more water than you think. Try catching and reusing the water to give your plants a little drink (and save money too).Keep your plants happy |
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