Illinois American Water Urges Summer Conservation to Prevent Waste

To curb significant water loss, the company recommends watering landscapes during early morning or late evening hours, noting that up to 30 percent of moisture evaporates when watering at midday. Beyond timing, residents can improve lawn health by keeping grass blades between 2.5 and 3.5 inches tall, which helps soil retain moisture and suppresses weeds. Simple maintenance tasks, such as redirecting sprinkler heads away from pavement and utilizing brooms rather than hoses for cleaning hard surfaces, further reduce demand on the utility grid.

For long-term tracking, customers can leverage the MyWater portal to review up to two years of consumption history. Identifying spikes in usage through this dashboard often reveals hidden leaks that go unnoticed in daily routines. Those looking for additional resource management techniques, including the use of rain barrels and mulching strategies, can access the full guide on the company’s dedicated portal.