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Spring Forward to Water Efficiency

LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif. (March 14, 2011) - As winter begins its transition to spring, the weather will soon become warmer and our water habits will start to change. It’s natural for Moulton Niguel Water District customers to use more water in the warm spring and summer months than during winter and fall, but it remains critical all year long to use only the water you need, because our region doesn’t have any water to waste.

Spring is the perfect time each year to review your watering practices, and these three simple steps can help you become more efficient with your water use:

1. Tune-up your sprinklers
   Make sure your timer is set to only water three days per week, since the default setting typically waters plants more than they need. Also, replace any broken sprinkler heads and adjust the spray so there is no overlap and to avoid watering your patio or sidewalk. It’s also a good time to make sure your timer’s back-up batteries are in working order, so your settings remain in place if there’s a power outage.
   
   
2. Add California-Friendly plants to your garden
   As you begin to replant this year’s garden, make sure to add in California-Friendly flowers and shrubs. The plants come in a wide variety of attractive colors and sizes, and use very little water. Visit www.MNWD.com to learn more.
   
   
3. Check for leaks as part of your spring cleaning
   One leaky toilet can waste up to 78,000 gallons of water in one year. That’s enough to fill several swimming pools! Make sure to look for leaks inside and outside of your home as you spruce things up for the warmer months ahead. You can supplement these water savings with even more conservation tips found at www.MNWD.com. You can also call us at (949) 831-2500. We’re here to help.

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