How much water your home uses each day and month, and what it costs.
How this works
Shower about 8 L per minute, toilet flush 6 L (dual flush 4.5 L average), washing machine 60 L a load, washing dishes by hand 30 L a day, plus garden and car washing. A good target is 100 to 135 L per person per day.
Questions people ask
How do I use the Water Usage and Bill tool?
Fill in the fields, starting with “People”, “Shower minutes per person per day” and “Toilet flushes per person per day”, and change any other options that match your home. The answer, a drawing and practical tips update as you type, and the Copy link button saves your numbers in a link you can share.
Is the Water Usage and Bill tool free?
Yes. The Water Usage and Bill tool is free, with no sign-up, and works on phones, tablets and computers. The results are estimates to help you plan, so check with a qualified professional before structural, electrical, gas or plumbing work.