Saving Water In Las Vegas

Conservation of water in Las Vegas has reached a critical level, and the continually falling amounts of water in reserve can no longer assure all residents that they will have enough water to drink at all times.  When drought situations like this one happen, Clark County immediately imposes restrictions on water waste, which is primarily targeting watering of landscaping and lawns.  A single square foot of grass in Las Vegas can use upwards of 55 gallons of water per year just to stay green, which is one of the single largest usages of water in the entire valley.  Unfortunately, your plants are not as important as making sure that people and animals have water to drink, which means that you are going to have to let your lawn suffer until the drought is over.

Conserving water does not have to be a negative thing in Las Vegas, and as a matter of fact there are actually ways to turn the drought into a benefit for you as a homeowner.  One way is to take advantage of the programs that are offered by SNWA during drought times.  These programs encourage the conservation of water by the removal of existing sod and replacing it with water smart ground covering like artificial turf.  Artificial turf is a synthetic product made from colored plastic.  The plastic is formed into the shape of a blade of grass and cut to various lengths depending on the look the homeowner wants.  The artificial turf is adhered to the ground using a staking method, providing a ground covering that looks exactly like regular grass only suing no water at all.  Each square foot of grass in Las Vegas that is removed and replaced with artificial turf is eligible for a 2 dollar rebate, bringing down the cost of this home improvement project significantly.  In this way, the drought is actually a positive thing for homeowners who get to improve their homes at less cost than it would typically be, all the while also contributing to the community through the conservation of water for our citizens.  You will end up with a beautiful lawn that saves money on water, needs no ongoing mowing or trimming to look good, and also provides a perfect yard area for families, pets and play areas.

Consider taking advantage of the drought in Las Vegas to get artificial turf installed.  You will improve your home values and improve the quality of life for Las Vegas citizens at the same time.

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