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Quick answer: The fastest water savings come from fixing drips, fitting aerators and low-flow heads, switching to dual-flush cisterns, controlling tank floats and pump timers, and reusing greywater carefully. One tap dripping once a second can waste more than 11,000 litres a year.
Water conservation and greywater reuse are among the fastest-growing plumbing trends. You do not need a big renovation: a handful of small upgrades cut both water and the electricity you spend pumping it.
1. Fix drips first
The US EPA states that "a leaky faucet that drips at the rate of one drip per second can waste more than 3,000 gallons per year", which is over 11,000 litres. A worn washer or cartridge costs very little to replace, so this is the best return on any plumbing job.
2. Fit aerators and low-flow heads
An aerator mixes air into the water stream so a tap feels strong while using less. Low-flow shower heads work the same way. They cost little, take minutes to fit and are easy to clean if scale builds up.
3. Switch to dual-flush
A dual-flush cistern gives you a short flush and a full flush, so you stop using full-tank water for every use. Concealed cisterns with dual-flush plates are also a popular look for new bathrooms.
4. Control your tank and pump
- Check the float valve so the tank stops filling when full.
- Use a pump timer or float switch to stop overflow and dry running. This saves water and electricity.
- Clean the tank periodically for better water quality and flow.
5. Reuse greywater, carefully
Greywater is lightly used water from basins, showers and washing machines. Filtered and handled correctly, it can water gardens or flush toilets. It needs separate plumbing so it never mixes with drinking water, and it should never be used for drinking or on edible leaves.
Note: Plan greywater reuse at the design stage of a renovation. Retro-fitting is harder than building it in.
6. Catch the monsoon
Rainwater from the roof can be collected in a tank for gardens, cleaning and flushing. A simple first-flush diverter and a mesh at the downpipe keep debris out.
Quick payback list
- Replace washers and cartridges.
- Add aerators.
- Install a pump timer or float switch.
- Upgrade to dual-flush when renovating.
- Plan greywater and rainwater collection for new builds.
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This guide is general information to help you understand common home service issues. Rules, tariffs and prices change, and every home is different. Electrical, gas and plumbing work should be carried out by a qualified person.
