Below are five easy ways to reduce the amount of water used when doing laundry. We have also discussed how you can reduce the cost of laundry service.

So dig in:

Wash Full Loads

Washing full loads in high-efficiency machines can save significant energy compared to washing smaller loads. High-efficiency machines extract more water during the spin cycle, reducing drying time and energy consumption. Now that you know the importance of making the most out of a full load, here’s how to go about doing it:

• If you don’t have enough clothes for a full load, either wait until you do or split the load with someone else.
• If you have a ton of laundry to do and, as a result, need to run back-to-back loads, start another one as soon as your washer is done. This will reduce water waste, and your clothes will be ready to go simultaneously.

Consistently doing these simple tasks will greatly reduce water waste in your household!

Avoid Pre-washing

Please don’t waste time pre-washing your clothes before putting them in the washing machine. Rather than cleaning your clothes, you’re just using more water, which might create stains. Only treat stains as necessary, and use a stain remover if necessary. If you are washing in cold water, don’t worry about stains because the dirt won’t adhere to the garment if they are washed in cold temperatures. If you have heavily soiled clothing items, use a pre-wash cycle.

Use Cold Water

Cold water is great for several reasons. First, it saves energy; second, it’s less likely to shrink or fade clothes; third, cold water is safe for most fabrics; fourth, washing in cold water is easier on the environment—and good news! It’s also better for your washing machine.

Turn off the Faucet

While washing clothes, try turning off the tap while loading detergent and clothing into your machine. It is unnecessary to have running water to ensure everything gets into the washer, so turn off the tap when it’s time to add more suds or rinse cycles. You can also keep a small bucket or container nearby to catch water while waiting for the machine to fill up. Any excess water that accumulates can be easily repurposed for other tasks like watering plants or cleaning.

Set up a Drainage System for Greywater

Greywater, in case you need to become more familiar with it, is the water that drains from your washing machine or shower. It doesn’t contain dangerous chemicals like wastewater does. And that means it can be reused for other purposes around the house — like watering your lawn.

A basic greywater system is simple to set up by yourself. The best option would be to install a pump on the drain hose of your washing machine (the one leading to the greywater pipe). This will enable you to direct wastewater into a tank outside and use it later for irrigating your garden or lawn.

Opt for The Best Wash in Laundromats

If you want to save time and water, the answer is laundromats. You can opt for a service that can pick up and deliver your clothes or go for self-service and contribute towards green as laundromats when equipped with modern, high-efficiency washing machines, can contribute to water conservation and efficiency.

A lot of laundromats have invested in efficient and eco-friendly washing machines. These washing machines are engineered to use less water for each load than traditional washing machines at home. These machines often include advanced technology, including sensors to regulate water levels based on the load’s dimensions.

Commercial laundromat machines have larger capacities than home machines. This means more laundry can be washed in a single load, reducing water consumption per laundry unit. Some laundromats use water recycling systems or advanced water filtration technologies to filter and reuse water for subsequent loads, minimizing water waste. Don’t worry about the laundry service cost as you save double with the laundromat, water cost, machine maintenance and electricity bill, all covered in one.

Laundromats typically have professional staff who regularly monitor and maintain their equipment. Regular maintenance ensures that machines operate at peak efficiency, minimizing the likelihood of water leaks or other issues that could contribute to water waste. So, if you are still determining who to call for your next best wash, consider calling Fiestawash Laundry.