Mukilteo Water and Wastewater District advises its customers to use water wisely and offers free conservation items to reduce the amount of water used.
Outdoor Conservation Tips
•Water early or late and use the Summer Watering Calendar •Water deeply but infrequently •Get water to the roots •Fix leaks •Wash vehicles with a pail and a hose with a shut-off nozzle or at a car wash •Use a broom not a hose for cleaning •Tune-up automatic sprinkler systems •Mow high •Water young trees efficiently •Use shut-off nozzles on hoses
Indoor Residential Water Conservation Tips
•Replace older toilets with WaterSense labeled high efficiency toilets •Take shorter showers •Fix leaks •Wash full loads of laundry and dishes •Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth and washing your hands •Use garbage disposal minimally
Indoor Business Water Conservation Tips
•Fix leaks •Wash full loads of laundry and dishes •Thaw in refrigerator •Provide towels on request •Check cooling towers •Check equipment that is not in use •Increase employee awareness