Quick fix: View IRWD's suggested irrigation schedule
Quick fix: You can request a variance to account for number of occupants, landscaping, etc.; request a variance
Your outdoor water budget is based on drought-tolerant landscaping. This means you are provided enough water for a drought-tolerant landscape (not grass) irrigated with a drip or high-efficiency irrigation system. Your water budget will change with the weather throughout the year. When the weather is hotter or windier, your budget goes up automatically. When it’s cooler or rains, your budget decreases automatically. If you have a lawn, you will likely be over budget and receive a high water bill.
For more information on customer rates, please visit Residential Water Rates. Want even more insight? View IRWD’s Water Budget Formula.
So you’ve determined your water bill is too high for your liking. Here are the top five ways you can save water—and money—this month and beyond.
Adjust your watering times seasonally
Take advantage of IRWD rebates and install WaterSense-labeled products
Install climate-appropriate landscaping; turf removal rebate programs are available to customers
Install rain gutter extensions that divert rain water directly into your landscape
Check for leaks on a regular basis
Consult our Resource Guide for Water Efficiency (pdf).
