The season of giving is upon us! Consider purchasing a water-efficient device or appliance that will give the gift of water, energy and money savings all year long. It’s never been easier to find these products, including faucets, showerheads, toilets and irrigation controllers and components, since they’re certified and stamped with the EPA WaterSense label. 

December is a great time to upgrade to water-efficient products because your water consumption in January, February and March is used to calculate your annual sewer fee. Lowering your water use during the winter months could help reduce your annual sewer fee.

If you are not in the market for new appliances, you can still increase your home’s water savings by finding and fixing leaks. Easy-to-fix leaks can be one of the biggest contributors to water waste at home – both indoors and outdoors. Follow the Smart Home Water Guide for tips on detecting silent leaks and how to fix them.

In the desert there’s no greater gift than the gift of conserving water. Conserve water during the holidays and throughout the year by upgrading to WaterSense labeled products and tackling pesky leaks. When shopping, simply look for the WaterSense label or use the EPA WaterSense Product Search Tool to find all WaterSense labeled products.

Pro tip: The city of Glendale offers rebates for water customers who upgrade their toilets and irrigation technology to WaterSense labeled products. Learn more about Glendale’s water conservation rebate program requirements and eligibility at www.glendaleaz.com/rebates.