As heat waves are occurring across the U.S. right now, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense program put together an Infographic on how to save water at home. As we all know, outdoor water use spikes in the hot weather–this infographic illustrates that during the summer, a family can use up to 3,000 gallons of fresh water per day.

In an effort to curb over-watering and protect the future of the nation’s water supply, there are also a few useful tips to prevent wasting thousands of gallons of water in your yard and garden.

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