What uses the most water in your home?

The average person uses 80-100 gallons of water a day. But where is all that water used?

1. Toilet – 27%
2. Laundry – 22%
3. Shower – 17%
4. Faucet – 16%
5. Leaks – 14%

 

 

Water stats:

• Showers – 2 gallons/minute – bathtub holds 36 gallons.
• Kitchen faucets – 2 gallons/minute.
• Bathroom faucet – 1 gallon/minute.
• Dishwasher – 4-10 gallons.
• Laundry – newer uses 25 gallons/load – older 40 gallons/load.
• Toilet flush – 3 gallons
• Water the lawn – 5-10 gallons/minute