Water Conservation

Welcome to Water Conservation!

We are here to help you save money and use water wisely. Take advantage of our free services today to help save water in Sacramento.

When Can I Water My Yard?

The City has an odd/even watering schedule. Homes and businesses with an address ending in an odd number (1,3,5,7,9) may water on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Homes and businesses with an address ending in an even number (2,4,6,8,0) may water on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. No watering is allowed on Mondays.

The Sacramento City Council approved the proposed changes to the outdoor water conservation ordinance. The changes will go into effect on Friday, June 12th, 2009. Follow this link (pdf) to see the changes. To download the ordinance to obtain further details about the changes, including when to wash your car, follow this link (pdf).

Services:

Water Wise House Call

A conservation representative visits your house, brings efficient tools and information to help evaluate and make recommendations on using water both indoors and out.   Your visit will include an indoor water efficiency assessment and an irrigation system check.  This service is free for Sacramento residents who receive a City of Sacramento water bill. Call 311 or (916) 264-5011 to schedule your appointment today!

We also offer Water Wise Business Calls. Call today 311 or (916) 264-5011 to see how your business can save water and money!

Rebates

Toilets, showers, and washing machines are the biggest water-users in a house.  By upgrading toilets and washing machines to newer ones that are more water-efficient you may be eligible for a rebate from the City of Sacramento Department of Utilities.  You may even be eligible for additional rebates from SMUD or PG&E. For more information, please call 311 or (916) 264-5011.

Someone Wasting Water?

If you see someone wasting water in your neighborhood you can give our friendly staff a call. We will come out and give them tips on how they can conserve water while keeping you anonymous with our water waste inspection.  To report water waste, please call 311 or (916) 264-5011 and provide the address as well as the time you see the water waste occurring.

Tips for Saving Water (pdf)

Frequently Asked Questions (pdf)

Water Conservation Educational Workshop is scheduled for July 25, from 10 am - 12 pm.

City of Sacramento Water Conservation Office
2260 Glen Ellen Circle
Sacramento, CA 95822