Save water, SM leads charge

Even the smallest habit can have the biggest impact in making water resources available for future generations.

DT·8 October 2023, 1:52 am·1 min read

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Save water, SM leads charge — Building your own rainwater catchment system is not as difficult as you think! All you need is a large water drum with a secure lid and a fine mesh or screen for filtering. | Photograph courtesy of SM

Water security is a very simple concept — it's making sure we and generations to come have enough clean water to last a lifetime.

Reusing water for cleaning or gardening and turning off the faucet when not in use are great, active ways to reduce water usage at home. Another solution? Turn your home into a more water-efficient one!

Sounds complicated? Not really! In fact, it's so easy to do, you can do it yourself with the help of SM and ACE Hardware! Check out this rundown of the best tools and devices you need to make sure your house is a water-saving one:

Hose Nozzles. Are you a plantita or plantito using a garden hose to water your greens? Consider adding a shut-off valve at the nozzle end to give you more precision and minimize water wasted when moving across sections of your garden.

Shower Aerators. If you still prefer a shower over the trusty tabo, install a water-saving shower head with aerators. These mix air with water, which means 50 percent less water used without compromising your shower experience.

Leak Repair Supplies. Even the smallest of leaks can waste a significant amount of water over time. Regularly inspect your plumbing system and keep basic tools like a strong, rubberized and waterproof leak tape that can help you tackle minor leaks asap!

Toilet Repair Kit. Toilets are notorious for raising your water bill when they develop leaks that go unnoticed. A simple and cost-effective solution is to install a toilet repair kit. These prevent the endless refilling of a leaky tank, and can even "lock" itself to alert you that something needs fixing.