Water Usage and Tips for Conservation

Water is a part of everyday life—and it adds up quickly. Understanding how water is used in your apartment and practicing a few conservation habits can help reduce your utility costs.

What uses water?
Common sources of water usage include:

• Showers and baths
• Washing machines
• Sinks (kitchen and bathroom)
• Dishwashers
• Toilets

Tips for Conserving Water

Showering

• The average shower uses 2.5 gallons of water per minute.
• A 30-minute shower = 75 gallons of water.
• If 4 roommates each take a 30-minute shower daily, that's 2,250 gallons per month—just for showers!

To reduce water usage:

• Shorten your showers to under 15 minutes
• Consider showering every other day
• Use the gym or community facility showers if available

Washing Laundry

• Only run your washing machine with full loads to maximize efficiency and reduce water waste.

Small Changes, Big Impact
Simple daily habits can make a big difference. Reducing shower time and being mindful of laundry loads are easy ways to cut back on water use.

You can find more conservation tips and a water usage calculator here!

Related to

• Student Housing

October 02, 2025 21:14