Call: (814) 864-2323 | hello@stwa.us
Summit Township Water Authority Summit Township Water Authority Summit Township Water Authority Summit Township Water Authority
  • Home
  • About
    • About Us
    • Meeting Information
    • Latest News
  • Resources
    • CodeRED
    • Water Quality Report
    • Rules and Regulations
      • Commercial Customers
      • Residential Customers
    • Helpful Tips & FAQs
  • Engineering
    • Backflow Prevention
    • Water Service Details
  • Careers
  • Contact
  • Pay Bill
Summit Township Water Authority Summit Township Water Authority
  • Home
  • About
    • About Us
    • Meeting Information
    • Latest News
  • Resources
    • CodeRED
    • Water Quality Report
    • Rules and Regulations
      • Commercial Customers
      • Residential Customers
    • Helpful Tips & FAQs
  • Engineering
    • Backflow Prevention
    • Water Service Details
  • Careers
  • Contact
  • Pay Bill
Jun 22
Dripping Faucet

Conserve Water to Reduce Your Water Bill

  • June 22, 2023

EVERY GALLON YOU CONSERVE PUTS MONEY BACK INTO YOUR HOUSEHOLD BUDGET!

 

Indoor

  1. We’ve all heard the usual tips for turning off the water while brushing our teeth and while shaving and shortening our showers, these remain good water saving tips.
  2. Always run the washing machine and dishwasher, only when full.
  3. Install low flow faucet aerators, and shower heads.
  4. Toilets are a source of much water loss. Put food coloring in your toilet tank and if the color appears in the bowl in five or ten minutes, your tank valve is leaking. This continuous leak can add up to big money over a month of running water that you may be unaware of.
  5. Most water meters are equipped with a small red snowflake or “leak detector”. If you shut off the water to every device/faucet in your home and you still see this dial going around, even very slowly, it means you have a leak somewhere in your home.

 

Outdoor

  1. Water lawns and gardens for longer periods, but infrequently. Lawns and plants will be healthier if they are watered deep to the roots than if water is only applied to the surface.  More frequent watering allows a greater amount of the water to be lost to evaporation.  For that reason, it’s also better to water in early morning or late afternoon hours when the ground and air are cooler.
  2. Google Xeriscape to learn about plants and gardening that requires less water.
  3. Collect rain water in rain barrels to water plants.
  4. Reduce lawn coverage by planting groundcovers. Groundcover plants can provide beautiful flowers and rarely need to be watered.
  5. Use an on and off nozzle for washing the car and other outdoor uses, so that you don’t leave a hose running.
  6. Use a broom to clean sidewalks and drives rather than a hose.
Mountain Logo

Summit Township Water Authority

The Summit Township Water Authority was established in 1972 with the appointment of five volunteer Board members by the Township Supervisors. Today, in addition to the Board, the Authority consists of a Manager, Foreman, four system operators and two office personnel.

Service is provided to over 2,000 properties with water that is derived from two sources. Customers in the northern portion of the Township, along Route 19 and adjacent areas receive water that is purchased in bulk from the City of Erie. A series of production wells are used to supply the southern portion of the Township as well as the Route 97 corridor.

Contact Details

Address:
Summit Township Water Authority

1230 Townhall Road West
Suite 200
Erie, PA 16509

Phone: (814) 864-2323
Fax: (814) 868-1328
Email: hello@stwa.us

Translate

Helpful Links

Meeting Information
Water Quality Report
Rules and Regulations – Commercial Customers
Rules and Regulations – Residential Customers
Forms
Careers

Pay Bill

Office Hours:

Monday – Friday
8:00am – 4:00pm
(Excluding Holidays)

© 2024 Summit Township Water Authority | Transformed by Mega Media Factory | Privacy Policy | Terms and Conditions