Why Is My Water Bill Higher in the Summer?

You’re not alone, many of us use nearly twice as much water during the summer months without even realizing it! ☀️ Here’s why:

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 More People = More Water
• Kids are home from school
• Houseguests & family visits
• More showers to cool off (a 10-minute shower can use ~25 gallons!)
• More drinking water
• Extra flushes (1.28–1.6 gallons each!)

🎉 More Gatherings = Even More Use
• Pool parties = refills (60–120 gallons daily depending on size!)
• Sprinklers used for play
• Laundry loads piling up (12+ gallons/load)

💡 Summer fun can come with higher water use – being aware is the first step to staying water-wise!

Let’s keep the good times flowing without wasting water. 🌊

Learn simple ways to save at 👉 https://bcvwd.gov/water-conservation/

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