Home Articles Be Water-Wise this Summer Be Water-Wise this Summer Posted: Thursday, April 29, 2021 With the hot summer days ahead, Mesa Water encourages you to be water wise! Manage your water use with these tips: Add mulch to cover your soil saves 20-30 gallons/1,000 sq. ft. each time you water. Adjust your sprinkler schedule, and fix sprinkler leaks ā saves 12-15 gallons each time you water. Install drip irrigation and a smart controller ā saves 15 gallons each time you water and 24+ gallons/day. Use a broom on hardscapes ā saves 8-18 gallons per minute of work. For pools, use a cover to reduce evaporation ā saves 10,000-15,000 gallons per year. To apply for a pool cover rebate, and for more tips, visit: MesaWater.org/save-water/rebates.