How to save water at home
Conserving water is a collective effort
About half of the Valley’s water supply depends on rainfall and snowmelt from Arizona’s northern and eastern mountains, which can be unpredictable in our desert climate. That’s why water conservation at home is so important, especially in dry years.
Water-saving tips for your home
When it comes to reducing water use, large appliances, irrigation systems and your pool have the biggest impact on saving water. However, nearly every part of your home offers opportunities to conserve.
Explore the home below to find water-saving tips for every area.
Use a pool cover when you're not swimming to help prevent up to 95% of water loss (Opens in a new tab) from evaporation, improve safety and keep your pool cleaner. Learn to identify pool leaks (Opens in a new tab) that can waste water and energy.
Landscape with low-water-use, shade-providing plants and trees (Opens in a new tab) to cool your yard and reduce watering needs. Learn how to get free trees through the SRP Shade Tree Program™.
Choose an ENERGY STAR® certified dishwasher and only run full loads, which uses less water than washing dishes by hand.
Install a WaterSense®-labeled showerhead to help save up to 2,700 gallons per year (Opens in a new tab). Shortening showers by just two minutes adds even more savings.
Test your toilets for leaks periodically. Learn how to identify a toilet leak (Opens in a new tab).
Install a water- and energy-saving washing machine and only run full loads.
Install a WaterSense®-labeled smart irrigation controller and pair it with other water-saving products (Opens in a new tab).
We can all do our part to conserve water, and saving at home might be easier than you think. Watch this video for everyday tips you can start using today.
How SRP is conserving water for the future
SRP was founded over 120 years ago in response to the Valley’s need to maintain a safe, reliable water supply. Today, we are working to conserve 5 billion gallons of water by 2035 through partnerships.
SRP is doing its part to secure the Valley's water supply, and your household is a vital part of that effort, because the only way to build a secure water future is by doing it together.
Products to help you save water at home
From simple fixture upgrades to smart irrigation technology, there are plenty of products that help make it easy to save water at home.
Pro tip: When shopping for products to help you save, look for items with a WaterSense (Opens in a new tab) label, which means they meet water efficiency and performance standards.
As part of our commitment to the Valley’s water future, SRP offers ways to connect you with affordable water-saving products to help your home use water more efficiently.
Shop for discounted water-saving products like hose timers, nozzles, showerheads and more at SRP Marketplace™
At the annual SRP Water Conservation Expo™, you can connect with water experts, learn more about SRP’s role in water management and purchase water-efficient irrigation products at a discounted rate.
Resources and rebates from your municipality
Many of the Valley’s municipalities offer resources and rebates to help customers save water.
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