New Homes Can Now Earn a WaterSense Label

The first four WaterSense labeled homes in the country were recently built in Roseville, California by KB Home. WaterSense, a partnership program sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, helps consumers reduce their water use and utility bills through water-conscious design. WaterSense-labeled homes aim to use 20% less water than typical new homes by incorporating WaterSense labeled plumbing fixtures, efficient hot water systems, and water-conserving landscape design. Independent inspection and certification ensure water efficiency and performance criteria are met. Homes have previously been built to WaterSense draft standards; these are the first homes labeled under the completed specification. The Roseville homes could save an average of 10,000 gallons of water and $100 in utility costs every year. KB Home is the first national builder to partner with WaterSense; KB Home plans to continue their WaterSense commitment with two more communities, located in Austin, Texas and Orlando, Florida. For more information visit www.epa.gov/watersense.