Did you notice any difference in water pressure? I’m all for saving water, but I do love a good strong shower...
Yeah, that’s exactly what I was worried about too. When I moved into my place, it already had low-flow showerheads and honestly, I thought I’d hate them. Turns out, the pressure’s not bad at all—at least with the one in my main bathroom. The guest bath is another story... feels like standing under a leaky faucet. I guess it really depends on the brand or maybe just luck of the draw.
I haven’t tried the smart irrigation stuff yet, but my neighbor swears by his. He showed me his phone app and everything—looked kind of intense for someone who just wants their grass not to die. He did say his water bill went down a bit, but he’s also the kind of guy who tracks every penny, so maybe it’s more obvious for him.
Kind of tempted to try some of these things, but part of me wonders if old-school methods (like just watering early or late) work just as well.
Kind of tempted to try some of these things, but part of me wonders if old-school methods (like just watering early or late) work just as well.
Funny you mention that—my dad swears by the “water at dawn” trick and his yard looks great, but I’ve noticed my neighbor’s smart system does seem to keep things greener during the heat waves. I’m with you on the showerheads though. I swapped out a cheap low-flow for a better one and it made a world of difference. Guess it’s a bit of trial and error with all this stuff.
TRIAL AND ERROR REALLY DOES IT
I totally get where you’re coming from—sometimes those “tried and true” methods just feel right, you know? My grandpa always did the dawn watering thing and his grass was like a carpet. But I’ve seen some of the newer tech do wonders, especially for folks who travel a lot or can’t keep a strict schedule. Honestly, mixing a bit of both seems to work for most people I know. And yeah, not all low-flow showerheads are created equal... found that out the hard way. It’s all about finding what fits your routine.
HOW DO YOU REALLY SAVE WATER AT HOME? QUICK POLL
I tried the “smart” sprinkler system, but honestly, I ended up just going back to watering by hand at sunrise. There’s something satisfying about it, and I swear my plants look happier. Tech is cool, but sometimes old-school instincts win out for me.
- Hand watering at sunrise is a classic move. You get to check on your plants, spot any issues early, and honestly, it’s pretty relaxing.
- I’ve tried the smart timers too, but sometimes they just don’t “get” the weather or the soil like you do.
- Mulching around the base of plants helps a ton—keeps the moisture in, so you don’t have to water as often.
- Rain barrels are another thing I swear by. Even a small one fills up fast and it’s free water for the garden.
- Low-flow showerheads and faucet aerators inside the house make a difference, but outside, it’s really about paying attention.
You’re right—sometimes the old-school way just feels better. There’s something about being out there in the quiet, watering by hand, that no gadget can replace.
