Saving water now can add up to big savings throughout 2027!
SAWS sewer charges are based on your average winter water use. So the less water you use from mid-November to mid-March, the lower your monthly sewer charge will be for the rest of 2027.
The dates for the winter average calculation fall during the cool season. Because warm season plants and grass grow very little in winter, rain can meet most plant water needs until the ground warms up in spring.
If your irrigation system is set to run every week in winter, you may be using more water than your yard needs — and missing one of the biggest chances to save.
Check the schedule
The chart shows the approximate start and end dates of the winter averaging period. Your billing cycle is shown in the blue “Current Bill Summary” on the upper left of your bill. SAWS will begin billing you at the new sewer rate in the month shown.