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WINTER IS HERE. Time to Reduce Your Watering!

Change in seasons means change in water use

Winter is here, and it’s time to adjust the way we use water. Most plants, including your lawn, require far less water this time of year, due to their cycle of dormancy. Even as the weather remains warm, lawns only need four to six minutes of watering two to three days per week. Established shrubs, trees and California-Friendly plants require even less. If you see water running off your lawn or garden onto the sidewalk and curb, you’re watering too much.

As the weather changes, so does your water budget. Follow these easy steps to become water-efficient and remain within your water budget:

Take Advantage of Rebates
Save water and money by participating in MNWD’s Rebate Program. Rebates are available for District customers for the installation of a variety of water-efficient devices. Learn more by calling (949) 831-2500.

Review Your Water Budget
Review the detailed information listed on your water bill. If there is a need for increased water budget, you may submit a Variance Request Form, which can be found by clicking here. (Hyperlink to rebate page)

Request A Home Savings Survey
We are available to visit your home to check your water meter for possible plumbing leaks, review your indoor/outdoor water use and help adjust your irrigation timer. Call (949) 831-2500 to schedule a free appointment, which takes approximately 30 minutes.

Attend a FREE California-Friendly Landscape Workshop
MNWD hosts regular California-Friendly landscape workshops to help customers become water-efficient and learn how to plant according to the region we live in. Reservations are required due to the workshop’s popularity. Please call (949) 831-2500 to reserve your spot today.

There are many ways to become water-efficient, and we are here to help. If you have questions, please call us at (949) 831-2500 for additional information.

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