Saving water is easy. Here are simple things you can do to get big results:

• Consider investing in a new salt-free softener that doesn't regenerate and waste water.
• Turn it off. Don't let the water run while shaving or brushing your teeth. Rather than running the water to rinse your dishes, fill the sink with water.
• Choose water-saving appliances. Replace standard showerheads and faucets with low-volume heads and install water-friendly low-flow toilets.
• Check your sprinkler system often. Adjust sprinklers so only your lawn is watered and not the house, sidewalk, or street.
• Fill 'em up! Run your washing machine and dishwasher only when they are full and you could save 1000 gallons a month.
• Keep a pitcher of water in the refrigerator. Instead of running the tap for cold drinks, every drop will go down you and not the drain.
• Install an instant water heater. On-demand water heaters heat water instantly, so you don't have to let the water run while it heats up. Ben Franklin Plumbing carries units like the Rinnai Hot Water System.
• Get Rid of the Drip. Fix leaky faucets throughout your home. It's simple, inexpensive, and can save 140 gallons of water a week. If you're unsure about fixing it yourself, we can help.
• Did you know a leaky toilet can waste more than 100,000 gallons of water a year? Check your toilet for leaks by putting a few drops of food coloring in the tank and waiting 5 to 10 minutes. If the color shows up in the toilet bowl, you have a leak.
• Check your sprinkler system for leaks and broken sprinkler heads and have them repaired immediately. Often outdoor leaks are hidden or difficult to find, and they quickly increase your water bill and add no benefit to your lawn and garden.

Money Saving Tips

Try these money-saving tips:

• Install an instant water heater. On-demand, tankless water heaters only heat water you're using immediately. So, you're not paying to keep a standard tank type water heater hot all day and all night. This can add up to substantial savings.
• Schedule free inspections. Many of our customers have saved hundreds of dollars by avoiding costly repairs and plumbing disasters with FREE regular inspections as part of Ben Franklin Plumbing Ben Society Membership.
• Choose water-saving appliances. Cut your water bill by replacing standard showerheads and faucets with low-volume heads and install water-friendly low-flow toilets.