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Normal Use

Gallons

Conservation Measure

Gallons

Savings of:

Shower

Water running

25

Wet Down, Soap up, Rinse

9

16 gallons

Brushing Teeth

Tap Running

10

Wet Brush, Rinse Briefly

½

9 ½ gallons

Bath

Full

35

Minimal (1/4 full)

10-12

25-27 gallons

Shaving

Tap Running

20

Partially Fill Sink Basin

1

19 gallons

Washing Dishes

Tap Running

30

Wash & Rinse in Partially Filled Sink Basin

5

25 gallons

Dishwasher

Full Cycle

16

Short Cycle

7

9 gallons

Washing Hands

Water running

2

Fill Sink Basin (or just to wet & rinse)

1

1 gallon

Toilet Flushing

Average

5-7

Þ      With tank displacement
 

Þ      New toilet

3-6
 
 

2-3

1-2 gallons

3-4 gallons

Washing Machine

Full cycle, top water level

60

Short Cycle, Minimal Water

27

33 gallons

Outdoor Watering

Per minute

10

Hand Watering

Leaky Faucet

1/32” leak

170/24 hrs.

Fix Leak

0

170/24 hrs.