07/27/2026
As you tackle summer chores, remember that every drop of water that washes away from your home can impact our rivers and streams. Our storm drains DO NOT filter water, meaning that fertilizers, trash, and chemicals flow straight into our waterways.
Here are some easy tips to maintain your home without harming water quality:
🌱 Scrape moss when it’s warm and dry: It’s easier to remove, reducing the need for treatments containing metals in the fall and winter.
🌿 Maintain a water-wise lawn: Avoid herbicides, pesticides, and chemical fertilizers that can leach into our waterways.
🧹 Sweep instead of pressure washing: This keeps pollutants on the ground from reaching waterways. If you do pressure wash, aim the spray towards grassy areas, not pavement.
You can find out more about ways to protect local water quality here: https://www.oaklodgewaterservices.org/watershed-protection