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(NewsUSA) - Average American families use 69.3 gallons of water a day -; but much of that water is wasted.

Water is a precious resource that deserves conservation. Here are some tips for American families looking to reduce their water use:

- Think Low-Flow. If all U.S. households installed water-saving devices, like low-flow showerheads and toilets, the nation would save 5.4 billion gallons of water and $11.3 million each day.

Low-flow devices don't sacrifice water pressure, so Americans can build bathrooms that are both luxe and eco-friendly. If low-flow gadgets simply aren't an option, taking short showers, not bubble baths, can save two to five gallons of water each minute.

- Use water only when you need it. Dishwashers usually use less water than it takes to wash dishes by hand, but running the dishwater for anything but a full load wastes water and electricity. Likewise, wait until the laundry hamper's full before washing clothes. Compared to small loads, full loads use less than half the water per pound of clothing.

- Eliminate leaks. While most household water goes to everyday tasks like showering and washing laundry, leaks account for 13.7 percent of the average home's water use. That means that more water goes into leaks than towards washing dishes or running baths.

Homeowners should carefully check pipes, faucets and hoses for leaks. But many leaks can be too small to detect with the naked eye.

To help conserve water and protect against damage, Americans should consider some new products on the market. One product, the FloLogic System, acts like a circuit breaker for homes' plumbing systems.

The FloLogic System attaches to the water main, where it monitors water flowing into your home. Should a leak occur, the FloLogic sounds an alarm and shuts off the water supply before water causes damage.

Insurance companies recognize the FloLogic's usefulness. Many insurance companies offer discounts to homeowners who install the FloLogic System.

For more information about the FloLogic System, visit http://www.flologic.com.