This week is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Fix-A-Leak Week (Mar. 17-23), and Aqua joins the EPA to remind homeowners of the significant environmental and financial impacts of leaky pipes.
The EPA estimates that minor water leaks account for nearly one trillion gallons of wasted water nationwide each year, with ten percent of Americans experiencing leaks that waste 90 gallons of water per day.
Fixing minor leaks can save homeowners about 10 percent on their water bills. As a leading water provider in the region, Aqua is sharing its top three important tips for customers to save water and money by identifying unknown leaks inside their homes:
- Check your water bill to see if it’s noticeably higher than other months with no significant increase in usage.
- Check your water meter before and after a two-hour period during which no water was used. If there’s an increase, you probably have a leak.
- Check your toilet for leaks by dropping a food dye into the tank and waiting 15 to 20 minutes. If the dye has made its way into the toilet, there’s a leak.
The most common types of leaks include worn toilet flappers, dripping faucets, and leaking valves. Aqua stresses the importance of regularly monitoring pipes and fittings throughout the year for minor leaks that could be responsible for increased water bills and offers additional tips to help you save both water and money.
For customers in need of support with their monthly payments, Aqua offers a Leak Repair Program to assist with the cost of repairing water leaks in the home. Eligible customers may receive financial support for these necessary repairs.
For much more information on locating and repairing leaks, visit the Aqua Blog here and the EPA’s WaterSense website.
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