Residential Water Efficiency#
Improve your water efficiency with our residential programs and rebates.

MyWater
Track your water use, identify leaks and receive high-use alerts with the easy-to-use, mobile-friendly MyWater portal.

High Water Use
Have you been surprised by a high water bill? It may be due to unusually high consumption or a leak.
Indoor Resources#

- Indoor Retail Product Rebates - Fort Collins Utilities offers indoor rebates on new qualified water-saving toilets and clothes washers, smart home water monitors and showerheads.
- Larimer County Conservation Corps (LCCC) (basic home efficiency assessment) - Free installation of efficiency products. LCCC partners with Utilities to offer services and products to improve your home’s efficiency at no cost to you.
Outdoor Resources#

- Xeriscape - In a semi-arid climate and unique soil conditions like Fort Collins, xeriscape can save water, time and money in your landscape. Check out the Xeriscape rebates through the Xeriscape Incentive Program.
- Sprinkler Evaluations - Receive a watering evaluation and efficient schedule while learning how to find leaks and keep vegetation healthy all summer long.
- Irrigation Equipment Rebates - Get money back on eligible irrigation equipment including controllers, spigot timers and drip conversion kits.
- Rainwater Collection - Rainwater collection is the process of collecting, storing and putting rainwater runoff to use.
- Water-Wise Lawn Care - Half of a home's annual water usage typically goes toward lawn watering. Use less water and maintain a healthy, attractive lawn with these tips.
- Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control Program - State law requires that a backflow device be installed on any water system that is connected to the drinking water system and carries the potential for cross-contamination.
Water-Saving Ideas#

Click here to learn more about the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's water saving program and how you can use less water throughout the year.
Plans and Reports#

- Water Efficiency Plan - Learn about our goals to reduce water use in our service area.
- Water Conservation Annual Report - Actions in 2024 resulted in 180 million gallons saved or 2.5% of 2024 total treated water.
- Water Shortage Action Plan (WSAP) - Learn about how Utilities uses water restrictions and other measures to manage its water supply in the event of a projected water shortage.
How are we doing?#
View the 2024 Water Conservation Report.
Tax Information
If a utility makes a payment to you for your purchase or installation of water conservation equipment, the rebate may be considered (partially) taxable income by the IRS. If you receive rebate payments totaling $600 or more within one calendar year, and you are not organized as a corporation, Fort Collins Utilities will send you a 1099-MISC from in January or February of the following year. You may wish to consult a tax advisor if you plan to exceed $600 in rebates.
Want a free high-efficiency toilet?
Sign up for a free home efficiency assessment with the experts at Larimer County Conservation Corps today to see if you're eligible.
Did You Know?
Lowering the water-heater temperature to the lowest comfortable setting saves money.
Off-peak Time-of-Day prices are approximately 70% less than on-peak prices.
Watering only when grass turns a dull, grey-green color and footprints remain helps save water and money.