Orange County residents are committed to saving water. From installing low-flow toilets and high efficiency clothes washers indoors, to transforming yards with climate appropriate plants and efficient irrigation devices outdoors, the Municipal Water District of Orange County (MWDOC) offers rebates for consumers to help save water. Orange County knows that every drop of water saved today is an investment towards a sustainable future.
Rebates Available*
Water Savings: Up to 70% less water used
Replace thirsty turf grass with beautiful, climate-appropriate landscape.
*Artificial or Synthetic Turf is not eligible for a rebate.
For questions about the program, please call (714) 593-5036 or email turfremoval@mwdoc.com.
Rebates start at $1 per square foot
Water Savings: Up to 50% less water used
Convert spray heads to drip irrigation, which uses emitters to deliver water to specific
locations at, or near, plant root zones.
For questions about the program, please call (714) 593-5036 or email turfremoval@mwdoc.com.
Rebates start at $180 for properties less than one acre
-or- $50 per station for properties greater than one acre
Water Savings: 40-50 gallons per day/home
Choose a weather-based irrigation controller that adjusts the watering
schedule based on current weather conditions.
Rebates start at $2 each
(Minimum 15 nozzles)
Water Savings: 15 gallons per day/nozzle
Upgrade to rotating sprinkler nozzles that water more evenly and
efficiently than traditional pop-up spray heads.
Rebates start at $180 per device or $35 per station for sites over 1 acre
Water Savings: Reduce outdoor water use by up to 70%
Soil moisture sensor controllers are placed below ground in the root zones of lawns and landscapes to determine if and how long to water. They are available as stand-alone controllers or add-on devices to existing controllers.
Rebates start at $35 per rain barrel and $250 per cistern
Water Savings: Varies based on rainfall
Capture the rain water that falls on your roof and use it later to water
your plants. Rain barrels can reduce urban runoff and ocean pollution.
Rebates start at $85
Water Savings: 15 gallons per day
Upgrade your old washing machine to a high efficiency clothes washer
that uses up to 55% less water and gets clothes just as clean.
Rebates start at $40
Water Savings: 22 gallons per day
Get paid to replace your old toilets with premium high efficiency models that use just
1.06 gallons or less per flush while maintaining high performance standards.
Rebates start at $100, or more in select areas, per flow monitor device
Be proactive in preventing expensive water bills and water damage due to unseen leaks. Flow Monitor Devices monitor your home’s water use and can help detect leaks. From your smartphone or tablet, you can view your water use 24/7 and receive instant leak alerts!
*Rebate amounts may vary by participating agency. Rebate levels are subject to change and are based on available funding. Rebate paid will not exceed device cost.