• Nearly 14 percent of the water a typical homeowner pays for is never even used-it leaks down the drain.
• The national average cost of water is $2.00 per 1,000 gallons.
• The average American family spends about $474 each year on water and sewage charges.
• American households spend an additional $230 per year on water heating costs.
• By replacing appliances such as the dishwasher and inefficient fixtures such as toilets and showerheads, you can save a substantial amount each year in water, sewage, and energy costs.

• Stop Leaks.
• Replace Old Toilets with models that use 1.6 gallons or less per flush.
• Replace Old Clothes Washers with EPA Energy Star certified models.
• Plant the Right Kind of Garden that requires less water.
• Provide Only the Water Plants Need.

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For more information on ways to conserve water in the home, see the Environmental Protection Agency website: http://www.epa.gov/owm/water-efficiency/index.htm or visit www.suagcenter.com.

Contact:
Southern University Ag Center, Bridget Udoh, Ph.D. at (225) 771-2262 or bridget_udoh@suagcenter.com