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Water efficiency is the Santa Rosa way of life! 

The WaterSmart Center is your resource for rebate and incentive information, tips and videos about how to save water at your home and business and free landscape watering information. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, feel free to contact us today.

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  1. News Flash_Turn Off Irrigation

    It’s Time to TURN OFF Outdoor Irrigation

    Whether you water by hand or have an automatic system, let’s all commit to turning off outdoor irrigation until Spring to save water. Additional Info...
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    Sonoma-Marin Saving Water Partnership receives EPA WaterSense Awards

    The Sonoma-Marin Saving Water Partnership earned multiple awards from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its work promoting the EPA WaterSense program and water efficiency in 2022. Read on...
  3. News Flash_RainWaterHarvesting

    Increased Rainwater Harvesting Rebate!

    Santa Rosa Water is now offering $1.00 per gallon of stored rainwater, for a limited time while funding lasts. Pre-qualification is required before any work on your permanently installed rainwater harvesting system can begin. Additional Info...
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    Check Your Irrigation System for Leak to Reduce Water Waste

    Noticed water waste around town? Not sure what to do? You can always report it online and Santa Rosa Water will follow-up with the customer. Read on...
  5. News Flash_Water Quality Report 23

    Now Available: 2022 Water Quality Report

    Santa Rosa’s Water Quality Report is now available! The Water Quality Report outlines Santa Rosa Water’s commitment to providing safe, high-quality drinking water that meets or exceeds all federal and state drinking water standards. Additional Info...
  6. 2023 WATER-USE EFFICIENCY

    2023 Water-Use Efficiency Awards

    In celebration of Water Awareness Month, Santa Rosa City Council recognized five award recipients for their efforts to save water and increase water efficiency in their homes, neighborhoods, and businesses. Read on...
  7. Toilet Rebate

    NEW Toilet Replacement Rebate Available

    Replace your 1.6 gallon per flush (or more) toilet with a new WaterSense labeled high-efficiency toilet and receive a rebate (up to) $75 per toilet. Additional Info...
  8. News Flash_RainWaterHarvesting

    Everything You Need to Know About Rainwater Harvesting

    With an average annual rainfall in Santa Rosa of 30 inches, you could harvest and reuse over 19,800 gallons of water per year with that 1,000 square foot roof. Additional Info...
  9. News Flash_WaterSmart Businesses

    Drought Resources For Businesses

    Santa Rosa’s team is here to help with free water saving devices, rebates to achieve permanent water savings, and more. For businesses, Santa Rosa Water is offering $1.50 per sq. ft. of turf removed, up to max of 10,000 sq. ft. or $15,000.00 annually. Additional Info...
  10. News Flash_Aug Water Supply

    Water Supply Update - August 18, 2022

    To combat the drought, Santa Rosa implemented drought restrictions and adopted a 20% communitywide water-savings target in June of 2021. For the months of July 2021 through July 2022 the community has reduced water use by 18%. Additional Info...
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    WaterSmart Rebates: Earn up to $100 and Save with a Graywater System

    Reusing your wash water is as simple as installing a laundry-to-landscape graywater system. Read on...
  12. News Flash_Plant Picker

    WaterSmart Plant Picker

    Scroll through beautiful, lush, colorful, low water use shrubs, flowers, and trees that thrive in our climate with the easy-to-use WaterSmart Plant Picker. Additional Info...
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    During Drought, Take Your Car to a Professional Car Wash to Save Water

    A commercial car wash can use between 35 and 120 gallons of water per vehicle, depending on the type of system. Facilities that recycle their water are the most efficient, so seek those out. Better yet why not drive a dirty car. Additional Info...
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    Hire a QWEL (Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper) Pro for Your WaterSmart Landscaping Needs

    Hire a QWEL (Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper) Pro for your WaterSmart landscaping needs. QWEL Pros have been trained in efficient irrigation principles and sustainable landscaping practices. Find a QWEL Pro today! Additional Info...
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    Schedule an Irrigation Checkup

    The drought is still here, and?Santa Rosa Water wants to make sure your yard and irrigation system are WaterSmart. Schedule your free in-person irrigation checkup today! Additional Info...
  16. News Flash_Danny

    Water Saving Tips from Danny at True North Landscapes, Inc.

    Danny highlights the water-saving techniques he uses to reduce water-use year-round, as well as simple everyday habits you can adopt to become a super water saver too. Read on...
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    Looking for a Water Efficient Landscaper?

    Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) Pros have been trained in efficient irrigation principles and sustainable landscaping practices - hire a QWEL landscaper today! Additional Info...
  18. News Flash_Drought

    State Water Board Emergency Water Conservation Regulations

    Learn details and updates on State Water Board emergency regulations that pertain to water conservation. Additional Info...
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    Outdoor Water-Use Accounts for Nearly 50% of Summertime Use

    ?Installing efficient irrigation for your garden can be a water saver, time saver, and plant saver when done right. Read on...
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WaterSmart Portal

Do you know how much water you use, when you use it, and the best ways for you to save? Santa Rosa Water’s WaterSmart Portal is here to help you track and analyze your water use online.

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Program Your Irrigation Controller

An irrigation controller can be intimidating but it’s simply a clock that turns your irrigation system on and off. Let us help create a watering schedule to match weather conditions and your plant's actual water needs.

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Find and Fix Leaks

Many common household leaks are quick to find and easy to fix. Worn toilet flappers, dripping faucets, and leaking showerheads all are easily correctable and can save you money on your utility bill.

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