Your Villa - Desert Cities - April - May 2022

D E S I G N + B U I L D For Coachella Valley residents, conservation is a way of life as the desert climate is dry at all times. The best thing the community can do to help save our water is to use water efficiently inside and outside. • Outdoor leaks can be very wasteful and costly. To find leaks in your sprinkler system, walk your irrigation lines and inspect the valves. Check for unusual wet spots and leaky or broken sprinkler heads. Algae, mushrooms, or slime often suggest a leak. • Soil type and irrigation efficiency vary from garden to garden. Use these recommendations as a starting point to find the best practice for your landscaping. • Try dividing your irrigation time into multiple periods per day for better soil absorption. Compost is a good soil amendment for compacted soils. It also aids in water absorption and provides soil nutrients. Simple changes add up to big water savings! INDOOR TIPS Small changes around the house can add up to big savings on monthly water bills and help protect our precious resource. • Run the dishwasher and washing machine only when full. • Install aerators on household faucets. Find and fix leaks quickly. Leaks can account for more than 200 gallons of water wasted per day. • Don’t let unused water go down the drain. Use it for plants and trees. • Thaw food in the refrigerator rather than under running water. • Shorten your shower and install a low flow showerhead. • Fill the bathtub half full while bathing. OUTDOOR TIPS Most of the water used in the Coachella Valley is applied outdoors. Do what you can in the yard to stop water waste. • Water your lawn in the early morning or evening when temperatures are cooler and there is less wind. • Check sprinkler heads to ensure they are spraying properly. • Eliminate water runoff onto streets and sidewalks. • Let your lawn go golden during the fall and winter. You can keep Bermuda grass alive in a dormant condition with only occasional watering. • Replace your lawn with desert-friendly landscaping. For more conservation tips, visit cvwd.org/conservation or cvwd.org/drought. Water-e cient landscaping tips CVWD Indoor Water E ciency Rebates & Discounts Facebook “ f ” Logo CMYK / .eps Facebook “ f ” Logo CMYK / .eps Visit www.cvwd.org/rebates for program details and requirements. Or call us at (760) 398-2651. Some programs require pre-approval. High-E ciency Washing Machines Hot Water Recirculating Pumps High-E ciency Toilet Program 40 | YourVilla Magazine