Each American uses an average of 100 gallons of water a day at home, and the average home spends $500 per year on their water bills.  Simple measures such as updating old fixtures to new EPA rated Watersense fixtures, and installing recirculation pumps can save over $170 per year in water and natural gas bills.  These measures will not only save you money, but preserve this precious natural resource.  Also, appliances such as efficient water heaters can greatly reduce the amount of energy needed to heat your water as well.