ANDERSON, SC - There are a number of ways to save water, and they all start with you. The City of Anderson and Electric City Utilities offers these water-saving tips. Check back every week for more ways to conserve water and possibly save money. For additional information or for a complete list of water conservation tips contact the City of Anderson/Electric City Utilities Water Operations Department at (864) 231-5230:

• When replacing your washing machine, purchase a front-loading washing machine. These save water and electricity.
• When you clean your fish tank, use the water you've drained on your plants. The water is rich in nitrogen and phosphorus, providing you with a free and effective fertilizer.
• Encourage your friends and neighbors to be part of a water-conscious community.
• Put food coloring in your toilet tank. If it seeps into the toilet bowl, you have a leak. It's easy to fix, and you can save more than 600 gallons a month.
• Use a broom instead of a hose to clean your driveway or sidewalk and save 80 gallons of water each time.
• Keep a pitcher of water in the refrigerator instead of running the tap for cold drinks.