HOW DO YOU REALLY SAVE WATER AT HOME? QUICK POLL

metalworker351812 · 2025-11-20T03:29:23Z

Curious how folks actually try to use less water day-to-day. I always *mean* to do more, but honestly, sometimes I forget and just let the tap run while I’m brushing my teeth (oops). Anyway, thought it’d be fun to see what people actually do, not just what we say we’ll do. Pick your main go-to water-saving move (or add your own if I missed it): 1. Shorter showers (like, legit 5 mins or less) 2. Only running full loads in the dishwasher/washing machine 3. Turning off the tap while brushing teeth or shaving 4. Collecting rainwater for plants/garden 5. Using leftover cooking water for plants (pasta water, etc) 6. Installing low-flow showerheads/toilets 7. Something else (please share!) For me, I’m all about #2 and #3—full loads and turning off the tap. Tried the “short shower” thing but I get distracted and end up standing there thinking about random stuff. My grandma used to save pasta water for her houseplants and swore it made them happier, but I’ve never tried that one. Anyone else have weird or creative tricks? Or maybe you just… don’t bother? No judgment, just curious how realistic these things are for most people.

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Anyone actually tracked their water bill before and after making changes like this? Just curious if the numbers really add up or if it’s more peace of mind than real savings.

I swapped out all the old showerheads for low-flow ones when we moved in, and honestly, the water bill barely budged. Fixing a leaky outdoor spigot, though? That made a noticeable difference. I guess the “set and forget” stuff helps, but the sneaky leaks seem to be the real wallet-drainers. I still forget and leave the hose running sometimes... old habits die hard.