Water Conservation Tips
Chances are most of the water you use in your home is used outdoors. For example, in Utah approximately 65% of home water goes on lawns. More than half of that is wasted water. By understanding simple water conservation concepts and using the right irrigation products, you can be more water-wise. Cut down on wasted water from your outdated sprinkler system and you can save big on your water bill.
Water In The Morning
Water your lawn between 5:00 am and 10:00 am when water pressure is at it's best and the temperature is cool. Daytime watering is less efficient because of wind and evaporation.
Mow High
Never cut your grass more than one third it's height durring summer months. Taller blades of grass shade the soil, reducing the amount of water evaporated by the sun. Longer grass is healthier grass, promoting deeper roots.
Large Water Droplets
When watering in areas with slopes or windy conditions, use a sprinkler that produces large water droplets. This prevents the water from being blown away and reduces wasteful run-off.
Clay Soil and Spray Heads
When using spray heads on clay soil you may need to run your zones twice for a shorter period of time. This will prevent run-off and gives the water time to seep deeper into the ground.
Mulch Is Your Friend
Just a few inches of mulch can help retain moisture in your soil, reducing the amount you need to water. It also protects your planter areas, bushes, garden, etc. from weeds, and can add needed nutrients to the soil, making your plants the greenest around.
Rain Sensors
Want to improve the efficiency of your sprinkler system by saving water? Install a rain sensor to automatically shut off your sprinkler system when it rains.
How Long To Water?
Unsure how much to water your landscape? Install a moisture sensor to monitor the amount of water your plants are receiving.
Thatch
For a greener, water-efficient lawn keep the thatch under check. Too much thatch build up between the soil and grass can prevent water, air, and nutrients from reaching the roots.
Does Your Side Walk Grow?
Make sure your system only waters things that grow to easily conserve water. Sprinkler heads should be adjusted to water the landscape - not the driveway or sidewalk. Readjust sprinklers every spring.
Save Water, Save Money
Looking for ways to save water this season? There are many products that help your sprinkler system to be more efficient when it comes to using water. Installing an automatic sprinkler Controller, Rain Sensor, or Rotary Sprinkler Nozzles could dramatically reduce water waste.
