As a way to both conserve water, and keep your lawn healthy, it is wise to purchase an inexpensive spring-loaded timer which attaches to your outside faucet. This prevents overwatering if you’re at work during the day, or if you simply just forgot to turn off the sprinkler.
Be sure to use biodegradable laundry detergent when you do the wash. Whether your washing machine drains to a sewer, septic tank, or French drain, it is important to be environmentally conscious and use soaps that will break down.
In an effort to both conserve water, and keep your washing machine in good shape, only run it when you have a full load. If you have a specific need for a smaller load, make sure you adjust the machine’s water level. Most new machines have that option.
If you are faced with a plumbing emergency, and we’re on the way to help, there are some measures you can take before we get there. For one thing, turn off the main water valve to the entire house, this should stop or slow down leaking if that’s the issue. if you don't know where your main shut off valve is, ask your plumber. Then open all fixtures in the house to empty the water lines as best as possible. Having buckets and towels can be a good way to help the situation while you’re waiting for the plumbers.
