The easing of water restrictions across South-East Queensland due to the recent influx of dust across the region has been met with some well advised tips from a the states peak plumbing body.

The Master Plumbers Association of Queensland (MPAQ) is reminding residents that the practice of water-wise usage is still vital to the preservation of the precious resource that is water and is also a key to keeping the dreaded water bills down.

MPAQ President Bob Kimlin says those using their hoses to get rid of the dust must be wary and not over do it.

"The dust has left its mark on the majority of things around the house, including the house itself. Although water restrictions have been eased temporarily, this doesn’t mean the meters have been turned off altogether."

Mr Kimlin says there are a number of things that can be done to ensure the house and car end up sparkling and the bills are kept low.

"We need to ensure residents across the state are still thinking smart and using their hoses with water conservation in mind"

"Simple things like a shorter shower over the coming week will allow you to use more water on washing the windows and your pavers outside"

"Hoses with triggers or even high pressure low water use cleaners are a great option to ensure that you are using water in an effective and efficient manner."

Mr Kimlin says the need to turn back the clock on some practices learnt from years of water restrictions can ensure the dust vanishes.

"We need to think outside the box for just this coming week and remember that the meters are still running, shy away from washing your car on the grass and do so on the dusty drive way, it’s a two in one solution."

Mr Kimlin says that while changes to plumbing legislation and water restrictions over the past 5 years has encouraged the instalment of a number of water saving devices throughout homes and businesses, many users still fail to use the products they have installed effectively.