Practical Ways to Improve Water Efficiency at Home

HCMUD 0712026-07-15T15:44:23-05:00July 15, 2026|

Many homeowners are interested in reducing water usage, which helps to lead lower utility bills, conserve resources, and improve home efficiency. While there are countless products marketed as water-saving solutions, not all upgrades deliver meaningful results. Focusing on proven improvements can provide long-term benefits while maintaining comfort and convenience.

Quickly detecting and eliminating leaks is the single most effective way to reduce water usage. A dripping faucet or running toilet may seem minor, but even small leaks can waste hundreds or thousands of gallons of water over a very short period of time, leaving you with an unexpected higher than usual water bill.

HCMUD 71 has installed smart meters at each of the homes and businesses in the District, which allow you to check near real-time usage and sign up for automated leak detection alerts. All residents are strongly encouraged to sign up for smart meter tools through EyeOnWater by visiting www.eyeonwater.com/signup.

With EyeOnWater, residents can:

• Identify unusual water usage patterns
• Monitor daily consumption
• Receive automated leak alters, which can help identify leaks or continuously running fixtures before you are stuck with a higher than expected water bill.

What else can you do to reduce water usage?

• Upgrading older plumbing fixtures, such as installing high-efficiency toilets, can reduce water consumption inside the home. Modern high-efficiency toilets use significantly less water per flush than older models while maintaining performance. Water-efficient showerheads and faucet aerators can also reduce water usage without noticeable impact on performance.
• Inspect your irrigation system regularly to identify issues that could lead to both uneven watering and wasted water.
• Adjust irrigation schedules seasonally to prevent over- or under-use.
• Consider installing a smart irrigation controller and/or rain and soil moisture sensors, which can automatically adjust irrigation schedules based on actual soil conditions.
• Replace broken or older sprinkler heads with high-efficiency sprinkler nozzles, which apply water more slowly and uniformly, allowing moisture to soak into the soil instead of running onto sidewalks, driveways, or streets and into the storm drains.

By focusing on proven upgrades and routine maintenance, homeowners can reduce water waste, improve efficiency, and better manage water usage throughout their property, resulting in savings in both water usage and cost on their water bills.

Emergency Water Line Repair: Complete

HCMUD 0712026-07-08T16:04:39-05:00July 8, 2026|

Emergency main water line repair is complete, and water service has now been restored. We are in the area flushing to help relieve the air in the lines. Should you still experience any discolored water or air in the lines, please run cold water through your faucets to clear the line. We thank you for your patience and apologize for the inconvenience caused.