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Install one low-flow faucet aerator

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Why is "Install one low-flow faucet aerator" green?

Looking for ways to save water? Try installing a low-flow faucet aerator. They work by mixing air in with the water coming out of the faucet, reducing the amount of H20 being used by almost half without compromising pressure. Depending on how many people there are in your household, having a low-flow aerator on a high traffic faucet could translate into big savings—thousands of gallons of water yearly, and money, too.

Reducing the amount of water you use helps maintain a natural water balance. Even if you don’t have water restrictions where you live, preserving it is a good idea. At least 36 states expect water shortages in the next five years.

How to: Install one low-flow faucet aerator

You may already have a low-flow aerator installed. Check the tip of your most used faucet to see if there is a flow rate imprinted on the side. If you don’t see any numbers, peek inside to see if your faucets have threading. If yes, you’ll be able to easily install an aerator. If no, you might want to replace the faucet entirely.

To install or replace an aerator, you need to know the size. Either bring your old one to a hardware store or look it up online on your faucet manufacturer’s website. For maximum water savings, you want an aerator rated at 2.75 gallons per minute (GPM) or below.

Installation can be done by hand or with pliers, plus some pipe tape. When in doubt, seek help from a professional plumber.

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Bricor Dual Thread Spray Stream Aerator

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Looking for a quick and easy way to curb water usage in your home? This ultra low flow aerator uses a patented vacuum boosted technology to deliver a solid flow stream while running at an incredibly low flow rate of 0.375 GPM!

Danco Universal Water Saver Faucet Aerator

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For less than $2.00, you can start saving on your water and heating bill. This easy to install, low flow faucet aerator reduces the gallons per minute on your kitchen or bathroom faucets to 1.5GPM while maintaining a normal water pressure.

Niagara Conservation Low Flow Faucet Aerator

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Start saving resources and money with this low flow faucet aerator from Niagara Conservation. The water stream might not blow you away, but the savings will. At a super low 0.5 GPM flow rate, this fixture is great for bathroom or kitchen applications.

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