Water-efficient aerators on faucets help stop money from going down the drain. A traditional faucet with an aerator, one manufactured before 1994, can use 25 gallons per day. Water-efficient faucets with aerators, those manufactured during or after 1994, can reduce water use by 25 percent. You can retrofit your traditional faucet with water-efficient aerators that can be purchased at your local hardware store. Costs range from $3 to $7 each.
New dishwashers use just four to nine gallons per load. To achieve maximum efficiency, use the shortest cycle possible to get the job done, and always wait until you have a full load to run your dishwasher. If you are buying a new washer and want to insure it's using water efficiently, make sure its an Energy Star appliance and uses less than 6.5 gallons per load.
Energy Star Appliances
Consortium for Energy Efficiency
