A leak free home is a healthy home

With our ever growing and changing community we have to get the most out of every drop of water and use it wisely. One important way is by repairing household leaks. Fixing those leaks makes you more water efficient and lowers your water bill. Leaks around the home are usually easy and inexpensive to fix and parts can be found at home improvement stores. Don’t ignore those leaks, they could get worse over time driving up your water bill. March celebrates Fix a Leak Week from March 18 – 24. So, now’s the time to inspect your home for leaks.

Toilet flapper

Place a drop of food coloring in the toilet tank. If any color shows up in the bowl after 10 minutes, you have a leak (Be sure to flush the toilet afterwards to avoid staining). A leaking toilet flapper can waste 1,000 gallons per day.

Showerheads

Some leaky showerheads can be fixed by making sure there is a tight connection between the showerhead and the pipe stem by using pipe tape to secure it. Please note: If your shower fills a one-gallon bucket in less than 20 seconds, replace the showerhead with a water-efficient model.

Faucets and fittings

Over time washers and gaskets become worn and cause faucets to leak. One drip per second can waste more than 3,000 gallons per year. That’s enough for 180 showers. Also check the water pipe fittings and hoses to your fixtures for any signs of leaking water.

Outdoors

Check your garden hoses for leaks where they connect with the faucet. Replacing the hose washer can stop it from leaking. If you have an irrigation system check for leaks or contact a licensed professional to inspect your system.

Additional Help

If you have any questions concerning a leak contact our customer service department at 407-944-5000. There are many online tutorials on how to fix leaks. If you are not comfortable with making the repairs yourself contact a licensed plumber. Click on the button below to learn more about Fix a Leak Week.

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