Building Water Conservation Tips:

  • Keep the plumbing system in good working condition
  • Recycle water from steam boilers as boiling feedwater or use them to flush toilets or for cleaning/mopping floors.
  • Install meters on areas with high water consumption to allow determination of any reduction in consumption when water reduction programs are put in place.
  • Install shut-off on water hoses or low volume/high pressure nozzles (LVHP) or flow constrictors on faucets and showers to save on water
  • Install water catchment basins on downspouts and air conditioning systems and use the residual water to water plants
  • Close water gate valves when not in use (e.g., Saturdays and Sundays)
  • Give only the right amount of water to customers who request for water and use the residual water to water plants or to clean building surroundings or floors.
  • Post water conservation tips on conspicuous places within the building
  • Immediately report any unabated leaks to your water concessionaire

Maynilad @ hotline number 1626

Manila Water @ hotline number 1627

Indoor:

  • Repair running toilets and leaky faucets;
  • Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth, washing your hands, and shaving;
  • Take shorter showers;
  • Don’t let the water run unabated while you wash dishes;
  • When taking a bath, use dipper from pail instead of running water from shower;
  • Collect the water you use for rinsing fruits and vegetables, then reuse it to water houseplants;
  • Designate one glass for your drinking water each day or refill a water bottle. This will cut down on the number of glasses to wash;
  • Teach your children to turn off faucets tightly after each use; and
  • Share water conservation tips with friends and neighbors.

Outdoor:

  • Water your plants and lawn early in the morning or late in the afternoon when it’s cooler. Don’t water your plants during windy days or high noon;
  • Don’t water your lawn often. Never soak your lawn; grass does not need a lot of water;
  • Use pail and dipper instead of sprinklers when watering plants;
  • When cleaning your sidewalk or driveway, use a broom instead of a hose;
  • Reduce the amount of grass in your yard by planting shrubs, and ground cover with rock and granite mulching;
  • Use a pail and cotton rag when washing your car. Do not use a running hose and sponge;
  • Immediately report to concerned concessionaire any water leaks from busted pipes, pilferage, etc;
  • Use recycled water (e.g., water used in dish-washing) for watering plants; and
  • Collect water from your roof to water your garden.