Water Conservation

As the air gets cooler and the nights grow longer, Halloween is a time for ghostly fun and spooky surprises. But don’t let your water usage be one of those surprises! Water is one resource we can't afford to waste—even when you're busy carving pumpkins and watching your favorite Halloween movies. So, here are some frighteningly simple tips to conserve water this Halloween season!

July is Smart Irrigation Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of efficient water use through advanced irrigation practices. In the summer heat, exploring ways to conserve water while maintaining healthy landscapes is crucial. One of the most effective strategies is upgrading to weather and rain sensors for irrigation systems. These smart technologies adjust watering schedules based on real-time weather conditions and rainfall, ensuring your plants get the right amount of water without waste. By investing in these upgrades, homeowners and businesses can significantly reduce water usage, lower utility bills, and extend the life of water resources. Another perk is that most of these devices can be found at your local home improvement store. Here are three irrigation technologies worth considering on your next upgrade. 

Flushing fire hydrants is an essential part of a routine maintenance program necessary to ensure the integrity of the water system and provide high-quality water for our customers.  While it might seem like a waste of water, hydrants are flushed for several important reasons, one of which is a requirement by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.