WATER CONSERVATION TIPS
Free Brochure Available to Connecticut Homeowners

Meriden CT - March 19, 2002 - With one of Connecticut's driest winters on record coming to an end, there is a growing need for water conservation. Fortunately, there are several steps homeowners can take that are both easy to do and virtually cost-free. There are many ways to rein in water use, but according to Ron Licata, President of Connecticut Life & Casualty, there is one main culprit. "Nearly 75% of home water use occurs in the bathroom," Licata noted. "We can each save hundreds of gallons of water a week with very little effort." He urged homeowners to call for a copy of a free brochure, "Home Water Conservation," that has practical tips for saving water both inside and outside the house, and offered a few of its suggestions:

  • Reducing the time in the shower and using the water to wet down and rinse off only, can save up to 7 gallons of water a minute.
  • Filling the bathtub halfway can save up to 15 gallons.
  • If you don't already have a low-flow toilet, place a brick in the water tank to reduce water use.
  • Insulate all hot water pipes to reduce the time to get hot water running from the tap.
  • Keep a container of water in the refrigerator so you don't have to run the water to make it cold.
  • Closely trimmed grass makes the roots work harder and draw more water. Do not mow the lawn below 3-inches.
  • Using a layer of mulch around plants reduces evaporation and the need to water them as frequently.

    Connecticut Life & Casualty is a direct-to-the-customer insurance company dedicated to insuring responsible people. The Company regularly issues safety tips, reports, analyses, conducts original research and sponsors national surveys as a public service. The "Home Water Conservation" brochure can be obtained by calling 1-800-252-6252 or going to their website: www.cl-c.com.

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