49. Take showers, not baths. A five-minute shower will use about 7.5 gallons of hot water, while filling a bathtub can use up to 20 gallons.

50. Install a water-saving showerhead. Don’t worry – it won’t reduce your water pressure. A family of four, each taking a five-minute shower a day, can save $250 a year in water heating costs by switching to a low-flow showerhead.

51. Fix leaky faucets, especially if it's a hot water faucet. One drop per second can add up to 165 gallons a month – that’s more than one person uses in two weeks.

52. Use aerators on kitchen and bathroom sink faucets. If you have hard water, clean aerators and showerheads with vinegar regularly to reduce deposits and build-up.

53. Set the water heater temperature at 120 degrees – about halfway between low and medium. This will help save energy and prevent scalding, while keeping unhealthy bacteria from growing.

54. If your water heater is more than 15 years old, purchase a $20 insulating wrap to reduce “standby” heat loss. It’s also a good idea to insulate hot water pipes where they’re accessible.