Spring Watering Tips

3/26/2020 (Permalink)

One of the best parts about spring is the fresh flowers, fresh-cut grass, and the planting of gardens. We thought while everyone is at home during this quartine, what a better time to review some water tips to ensure that a water damage doesn't occur in your home!

INDOOR WATERING TIPS:

Everyday Water Use

• Do not let the faucet run while brushing your teeth. Just wet your toothbrush and fill a small glass with water for rinsing out your mouth.
• Limit showers to no longer than 5-minutes.
• Select the appropriate water level for the size of your load of laundry or dishes.

Watering Plants

• Rotate plants toward the light whenever you water them to keep them growing straight.
• Water hanging plants with ice cubes to keep water from spilling out of the bottom.
• Use pots made from non-porous material such as plastic to help plants retain moisture longer

OUTDOOR WATERING TIPS:

Lawn care When the weather is hot, outdoor water usage increases significantly. The good news is that most lawns can thrive with less water than you think.

When to Water

• To determine if your grass needs watering, step on it. If it springs back up, it doesn’t need watering. If the blades of the grass lie flat, it’s time to water.
• Turn the sprinklers on at a low speed to avoid a wasteful run-off. Remember, over-watering promotes shallow root growth, making your lawn less hardy.
• Water early in the morning or in the evening after the sun has set to help prevent losing water to evaporation. As much as 30% of water can be lost to evaporation.
• If using automatic sprinklers, install a rain sensor to avoid watering on rainy days.

How to Water

• Water slowly and thoroughly during cool, windless hours, and as infrequently as possible. Never water to the point of run-off.
• If necessary, water in several short sessions rather than one long one. Three ten-minute sessions spaced 30 minutes apart will allow your lawn to better absorb moisture.
• Let grass grow taller in hot weather. Most southern lawns will thrive if they receive one inch of water per week during the summer.

Just a reminder to ALWAYS check your faucets for leaks. Make sure your outside and inside faucets are all tightened and secure to keep from wasting water or having a water damage. Leaks wastewater 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.