HOw To HOUSTON WATER RESTRICTIONS LIFTED


We got an email from the City of Houston, saying that because of the recent heavy rains and the cooler weather, they have lifted the water restrictions.
 That's good news of course, though my guess is that it's short lived.  They are talking about the drought continuing into next Summer, so any rains we get until then will just replenish what we lost and not even get us back to the pre-drought levels.  But still, it's good and welcome news.
 In their email, they asked people to voluntarily continue to conserve water and seeing that it's such a precious commodity, I agree 100%.  They sent out a list of tips on water conservation and so I thought I would share.
Every drop is precious
 Ways to use water wisely:
  • Keep showers under five minutes.  Water save: 2 to 5 gallons per minute
  • Remember to turn off water while brushing your teeth
  • Wash only full loads of dishes or clothes
  • Replace older model shower heads and faucet aerators with new low-flow models and install low water use toilets
  • Inspect toilets for silent leaks by putting food coloring in the toilet tank.  If colored water leaks into the toilet bowl before flushing, water is being lost due to a worn our flapper
  • Refrain from washing any vehicle or motorbike unless the dirt poses a driving hazard
  • Refrain from washing down any sidewalk, walkway, driveway, parking lot or any other hard surfaced area
  • Refrain from filling, refilling, or adding water to any indoor or outdoor swimming pool or spa

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