Saving water at your home
There are lots of simple ways to save water at home and in your garden.
On average, 60% of a Northern Territory household’s water use is in the garden, so the backyard is a great place to start when considering how you can cut back. There are also some easy ways to save water inside your home too.
10 quick water saving tips
- Water your garden early in the morning.
- Install a smart irrigation controller.
- Don’t mow your lawn too short. If the roots are shaded, less water will evaporate.
- Mulch your garden beds. It increases moisture retention and adds to the nutrient content.
- Choose plant species native to your area, as they are more tolerant of local weather conditions.
- Check for leaks. It’s simple and can save a lot.
- Fix leaks as soon as possible. One drip per second wastes around 30 litres of water a day.
- Limit your shower time to four minutes. If you have an older-style shower head, it can use around 19 litres of water per minute.
- Install water-efficient fittings and appliances in your home.
- Sweep your driveway instead of hosing.
More ways to save water at home
Inside your home
Here are some easy water-saving tips inside your home to help reduce your water bills.
In your garden
Top water saving tips for looking after your garden and using water more wisely outdoors.
Other water saving resources
Keep track of your water use
Use our home water calculator to estimate your water use. If your usage seems higher than expected, you can also learn more about detecting leaks.
Australia’s water saving labelling program
The Smart Approved WaterMark program independently certifies water-efficient products and services in Australia to help consumers choose options that reduce water use.
