Is water blasting allowed in Auckland?

On 26 November 2020, Auckland Council’s governing body voted to adjust mandatory water restrictions for residential water users. From 14 December 2020, residents can: Use hand-held hoses and water blasting devices so long as they are fitted with trigger nozzles.

Is Auckland still in a drought?

Auckland is recovering slowly from last year’s drought following a summer that was drier than expected. Watercare spokesperson Melanie Verran said the region is in a ‘slow recovery” from 2020’s drought.

Can I water my garden in Auckland?

You can water fields, plants and paddocks using irrigation systems as long as they are fitted with soil moisture or rain sensors.

Can businesses use water?

Changes to water restrictions mean that businesses can now use potable water. In saying that, non-potable water is still an option for those who wish to choose that source.

Can you wash cars in Auckland?

You can wash your car or water your garden as long as you use a bucket or watering can rather than a hose, Watercare said. Hoses and water blasters are banned for home or business use unless it is for a health, safety, emergency or biosecurity reason. Car washes also must shut unless they use recycled water.

Can you wash house in Auckland?

We wash houses using a soft water blasting technique. Soft wash house cleaning in Auckland involves using very low pressure of water to wash away accumulated dirt, deposits, mold, grime etc. This method of cleaning does not cause damage to the property and gives the best results in the gentlest way possible.

Is drought still in 2020?

2020 has seen mostly drought degradation. A few areas have seen improvement, such as parts of the Northwest and Southern Plains. But these regions have also seen parts with degradations too.

Why is Auckland running out of water?

They have been prompted by the shortage of water in Auckland’s nine dams due to a significant lack of rain, including 78 days with less than 1mm of rain from January 20 to April 6. The region has recorded less than half of its normal rainfall since November last year.

Why does Auckland have a water shortage?

Auckland has been in water crisis for nearly a year after a severely dry first half of 2020 caused the storage dams, which normally supply two thirds of Auckland’s water, to drop to just over 40 per cent full.

Can we wash our cars in Auckland?

Commercial users also cannot operate a car wash unless it uses recycled water. Sports fields, plants or paddocks cannot be watered also unless they have an irrigation system that is fitted with soil moisture or rain sensors.

How much water does Auckland use per day?

A study of water use in Auckland found that people typically use between 140 and 170 litres of water a day.

What is the best exterior house cleaner?

7 Best Plant-Safe Exterior House Cleaners

• Wash Safe Supreme.
• Rejuvenate Dual System Outdoor Siding Cleaner.
• Scotts Outdoor Cleaner Multi-Purpose Formula.
• Wet and Forget Moss, Mold, Mildew, and Algae.
• Simple Green Pressure Washer House Siding Cleaner.
• Krud Kutter Mold & Mildew.
• Distilled White Vinegar.