Conservation incentive programs transition to Metropolitan rebates

To assist customers in purchasing water-efficient devices, Helix Water District participated in a regional voucher program that began in the early 1990s and was administered by the San Diego County Water Authority. That program ended June 30, 2008 however.

Effective July 1, 2008, the district is participating in a larger rebate program administered by Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. This will give a higher level of service to our customers by offering a rebate on a variety of conservation devices for residential and commercial properties, both indoors and out.

Conserve water - EVERY DROP counts this year!

It’s always a good idea to use water wisely in San Diego County, but it’s especially important right now. Water resources in Southern California are more limited than ever. Ninety-percent of the region's water is imported from either the Colorado River or Northern California through the State Water Project. Historic dry conditions in California, coupled with the shutdown of a major pumping plant providing water to Southern California, make it essential for residents and businesses to increase conservation immediately.

The more water we save now, the more water San Diego County water agencies will have in storage to meet future demands. If each person in your household can save 20 gallons or more a day, that will significantly help the region get through this challenging time. And saving water is easier than you might think. A few simple changes can make a big difference in your water usage – as well as your water bill!

Helix Water District offers a variety of conservation programs to our customers to help them use less water. Some programs involve installing devices such as high-efficiency washers. Other programs are designed to change water-use habits, such as the surveying programs. For these programs, an irrigation auditor will come to the customer's property, review the irrigation patterns, and give suggestions on how to give the landscape just the water it needs.

The Public Information Program is designed to remind customers that an average of 90-percent of our water is imported and we must always use it wisely. When our customers carry out these programs, they reduce water use and often see a savings on their water bills. All of these programs are offered free to our customers.

Printable List of Water Conservation Tips

Get water-wise landscape ideas at the Water Conservation Garden


Single Family Residential Customers
Artificial Turf Rebate Program
FREE Replacement Showerheads
Residential Survey Program
Public Information Program

Multi-Family Residential Customers
'Smart' Irrigation Controller Vouchers
Artificial Turf Rebate Program
Smart Landscape Grant Program
Irrigation Performance Reporting Program
High-efficiency Toilet Rebates
Coin-operated High-efficiency Clothes Washer Rebates
FREE Replacement Showerheads
Multi-family Survey Program
Public Information Program

Commercial Customers
'Smart' Irrigation Controller Vouchers
Artificial Turf Rebate Program
Smart Landscape Grant Program
Irrigation Performance Reporting Program
Industrial Process Improvement Program
Connectionless Food Steamer Rebates
Cooling Tower Conductivity Controller Rebates
Dry Vacuum Pump Rebates
Steam Sterilizer Rebates
Ultra-low-flush and High-efficiency Toilet Rebates
Low-flush and Waterless Urinal Rebates
High-efficiency Clothes Washer Rebates
Pre-rinse Spray Valve Rebates
Waterbroom Rebates
FREE Replacement Showerheads
Commercial Survey Program
Public Information Program

Conservation Questions? E-mail us or call (619) 667-6261