There’s plenty to look forward to in the winter season with all the twinkling lights, gift-giving, and delicious, sweet treats. Of course, with all this merriment often comes higher bills. That’s why many homeowners are looking for ways to save during the pricy holiday months and beyond.

Our experts at Epperson Inc. have compiled some of our favorite tips to help you save money and lower your water bill.

1. Fix Leaks

• Indoor taps.
• Outdoor taps.
• Shower heads.
• Behind the washing machine and dishwasher.

Should a pesky leak pop up, immediately address any issues by contacting our professional plumbers near Somerset, Kentucky. Proactively taking care of leaks helps keep those water bills low and your home free of further damage.

2. Insulate Your Home’s Pipes

As the temperatures drop, your pipes may freeze. If left unattended, frozen pipes can lead to potential bursts and water waste. Insulating your pipes helps prevent freezing and reduces the water you waste waiting for them to heat up.

Additionally, it’s an affordable, energy-efficient solution that pays off in both water and heating savings.

3. Shorten Your Showers

Many enjoy a long, hot shower on a cold morning, but cutting back by just a few minutes can help save gallons of water. For even more savings, we recommend installing water-efficient showerheads. This simple change helps lower households' water usage and, in turn, lowers your water bills over time.

4. Use Energy-Efficient Appliances

Generally, your local water company recommends upgrading to energy-efficient appliances if you want to lower your water bill this winter. From dishwashers to washing machines, modern appliances use significantly less water and energy than older models. Though this upgrade may be costly initially, you can rest easy knowing future savings are on the horizon.

5. Monitor Your Outdoor Taps

While we don’t typically think of outdoor water use in the winter, it still happens, especially if you own a functioning farm or enjoy working on projects in the garage. For example, if you’re using water for livestock or winter landscaping, we recommend checking that your hoses and spigots are frost-proof to minimize freezes and bursts.

We also suggest you avoid leaving water running unnecessarily and consider capturing rain or snowmelt for tasks like cleaning outdoor equipment.

Schedule Your Plumbing Services Near Somerset, Kentucky

There are plenty of ways to save on your water bill without sacrificing your lifestyle. At Epperson Inc., we’re happy to discuss more water-saving solutions to help lower your water bills this winter. To get started, please contact us online or call (606) 679-7476. Be sure to ask about our Comfort Club perks for residential and commercial properties.

Epperson Inc. is a family-owned and operated business since 1970. We’re located in Somerset, Kentucky, and proudly serves Somerset, Bronston, Burnside, Eubank, Ferguson, Nancy, Science Hill, Tateville, Waynesburg, Woodstock, Shopville, Russell Springs, Jamestown, Eli, Yosemite, Dunnville, Liberty, Monticello, Conley Bottom, Mount Vernon, Brodhead, London, Stanford, Crab Orchard, Hustonville, Marshes Siding, Whitley City, Stearns, Pine Knot, and Strunk, KY. We also service all of Pulaski County, Russell County, Casey County, Wayne County, Rockcastle County, Laurel County, Lincoln, and McCreary County, KY.