Conserving Water with Faucet Aerators

One of the things that I might be the worst in the world at is saving water. I am pretty conscious of how I deal with trash and recycling, and even more so when it comes to trying to save energy with electricity. But for some reason, I turn into a complete imbecile when in contact with running water. I'm the classic case of "guy who leaves water running while brushing teeth" and "guy who browses the Internet while the shower is warming up". OK, that second one isn't actually a typical person, but that's how I roll.

If you're looking for a way to cut water usage by as much as 50%, a cheap and easy way to do so is through the use of faucet or shower aerators. An aerator adds air to the water flow from these devices, rather than just using a full stream. This cuts down drastically on your water use, and can even save you money on your monthly bill.

To tell if you need one, you should check your faucet. The aerator is located on the tip of the faucet, and can be unscrewed easily. The flow of the water should be written on the side. If it is labeled as 2.2 gallons per minute or more, you might want to consider pulling a switch. If you need some help with how to go about doing this, the guys at Microsoft Hohm have released another entry in their video series with a helpful guide. Check it out!

Have any of you tried switching aerators to save money? Tell us in the comments!

Additional Source- Titusville