Saving Water Makes Sense.

With respect to potable groundwater, Long Island is a region of abundance.  There are vast reserves of water pooled in aquifers beneath Long Island’s surface.  But conserving water and watching our water consumption is the best way to ensure that it will be available for future generations.  The Greenlawn Water District urges residents to implement conservation measures.  This can include retrofitting plumbing fixtures with flow restrictors, modifying lawn sprinklers to include rain sensors, and installing water conservation fixtures.   And of course, repairing leaks in the home.

How many gallons do you use daily?

Typically, a person uses some 150 gallons of water a day. Most is used in the bathroom and closer examination reveals why. If you leave the tap open when you brush your teeth, you could use two gallons of water. Believe it or not, a small drip from your faucet can waste more than 50 gallons of water per day! And of course that’s an expense, wastes water and requires more energy to meet demand.