According to a new report by the U.S. Geological Survey, water use has remained fairly stable for the past 15 years, even though the population in the U.S. and electricity production continue to increase. While we have been doing great job conserving water, the U.S. Environmental Agency recommends this top five ways to save water and money around our homes:

• Check for leaks. Be on the lookout for running toilets, steady faucet drips, home water treatments units and outdoor sprinkler systems.
• Replace old toilets fi your home was built before 1992 and they haven't been replaced. The newer, effecient toilet uses 1.6 gallons or less per flush.
• Chnage out your old clothes washer. The EPA says an Energy Star-qualified washer uses 18-25 gallons of water per load versus 40 gallons used by a standard machine.
• Plant conservation-friendly plants. Select plants suitable for your climate and use a suitable landscape and irrigation design.
• Do not over-water. Automatic irrigation systems are the biggest water users in the household. Adjust your irrigation controller every month to accommodate changes in the weather. Also install a rain shutoff device, soil moisture sensor or humidity sensor.