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Rebates to Help You Save Water, Energy, and Money

Reward yourself for using less water. DSRSD water customers are eligible to apply for water conservation rebates offered through Zone 7 Water Agency, the wholesale water supplier for the Tri-Valley. Click the links below for details and applications.

Current Rebates*

Ease evaporation with a new pool cover! Swimming pool water evaporates easily in hot summer months, requiring refilling. When they aren't in used, keep pools covered to save water. Starting April 1, 2023, get up to a $100 rebate for installing a new qualifying pool cover. Learn details and eligibility on Zone 7's website.

Upgrade to a high-efficiency clothes washer! If you purchase a qualifying ENERGY STAR Most Efficient labeled high-efficiency clothes washer, you can apply for a rebate. Effective July 1, 2021, rebate amounts increased from $75 to up to $200. See complete requirements and information on qualifying products on Zone 7's website.

Smart phone meets smart irrigation! If you struggle to program your old irrigation controller, it's time to upgrade. Many new generation controllers offer easy-to-use phone apps and adjust automatically with the weather. Rebates are available on qualifying models: up to $75 for single-family homes, $100 for multi-family properties, and $3,000 for commercial properties. See complete requirements from Zone 7, and view a webinar regarding Commercial Smart Controllers.

Convert your lawn to water-efficient landscaping. Rebates are available for a single-family home ($1 per square foot, up to $2,000) and commercial or multi-family properties ($1 per square foot, up to $6,000). At least 50 percent of converted area must be covered with qualifying low-water plants when they reach full growth. Do not begin your lawn conversion project until you receive a "Notice to Proceed". Projects may not include artificial turf. See complete requirements on Zone 7 website.

Beautify your yard with help from Garden By Number!

Transform your yard with the Garden By Number program. This do-it-yourself program includes ready-made garden boxes with four themed options to suit your tastes. Add color to your yard and save water with these low-water-use plant options.

Free Expert Advice: Get help with designing your water-efficient garden, sheet mulching (the "greenest" way to remove lawn) and selecting beautiful low-water plants. Visit TriValleyWaterWise.com, Lawn to Garden, and Gardening & Irrigation.

*All rebates are subject to the availability of funds and program terms and conditions may change. Visit the Zone 7 rebates webpage for additional information.

Rebate FAQs
- Do you offer rebates for installing artificial turf?
  No. Neither DSRSD nor Zone 7 offer rebates for artificial turf.
- How can I check on the status of my rebate?
  If it’s been more than 10 weeks and you haven’t seen a credit on your bill or been notified of a problem with your application, contact DSRSD Customer Service at (925) 828-8524 or customerservice@dsrsd.com.
- How long will it take to receive my rebate?
  Because DSRSD bills every two months, it can take up to 10 weeks for a rebate credit to appear on your account.
- How much is the lawn replacement rebate?
  - For residential projects: $1 per square foot, up to $2,000.
  - For multi-family, non-residential or commercial properties: $1 per square foot, up to $6,000.
- Who is eligible for the rebate program?
  To be eligible, customers must be a potable water customer in good standing with Dublin San Ramon Services District. Recycled water customers are not eligible.
- Will I receive my rebate as a check in the mail or a credit on my account?
  DSRSD issues a credit on the applicant’s water account. For the lawn conversion program, rebated funds are credited after all criteria are met. For all other rebates, funds are credited after the rebate application is approved.

Free Water Conservation Devices

Water conservation giveaways in a pile: yellow and black hose nozzle, sink aerators, showerhead, flow meter bag, toilet dye tab pack

DSRSD offers a range of water-saving plumbing retrofit fixtures to its customers at no charge to make conserving water even easier.

What Devices Can I Request?

Customers can request any of the following items. There is a limit of 4 per household, unless otherwise stated.

Kitchen Sink Aerators
Bathroom Sink Aerators
Low-Flow Showerheads
Toilet Dye Tabs
Shower and Sink Flow Meter Bag (limit one per household)
Garden Hose Nozzle (limit 2 per household)

Who Can Request Devices?

This program is open to DSRSD ratepayers only. View our Service Area to determine if your address is within DSRSD's service area.

Request your Devices

To request your free water-saving device, please complete the FREE - Water Conservation Devices form.

How to Pick Up Your Devices

Devices will be available for you the following business day. Our business hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Stop by the DSRSD Customer Services counter (7051 Dublin Blvd., Dublin, CA 94568) to pick up your devices.

Free Resources for Businesses

Request these free items for businesses from DSRSD Public Affairs: 925-875-2239.

Public Restroom Mirror Stickers: Remind your customers and employees to conserve at the best possible time — when they are about to turn on the faucet. Request these free mirror stickers.

3.75" wide x 2.875" tall
Static cling for easy removal

Encourage customers to report leaks. A dripping faucet can add 15 – 20 gallons of water a day to your water bill.

More ways to save water: Conservation Strategies for Businesses

Restaurant Table Tents: It's an effective way to reduce water waste and unnecessary dish washing. Simply wait to serve water until a customer asks for it. This compact, table-top reminder will help out your wait staff and encourage customers to join you in using water efficiently.

3.75" tall x 3.5" wide x 2" deep
Coated card stock, scored and notched for folding

More ways to save water: Conservation Strategies for Restaurants

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