In this WCNC article, Matt Betz from Davey's Charlotte office talks about the drought in North Carolina and how it can affect resident's trees. 

Posted: May 05, 2026

As part of the voluntary restrictions, Charlotte Water is asking residents to take several steps to conserve water, including:

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  • Limiting outdoor watering to no more than two days per week based on address
  • Odd-numbered addresses: Tuesday and Saturday
  • Even-numbered addresses: Wednesday and Sunday
  • Avoiding watering during the hottest parts of the day
  • Limiting total watering to about one inch per week, including rainfall
  • Avoiding washing hard surfaces like driveways, sidewalks, and streets
  • Using commercial car washes that recycle water or minimizing washing at home
  • Repairing leaks in irrigation systems, outdoor spigots, and indoor plumbing

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For more information, contact the Charlotte office.

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