There are several different methods to find leaks. From toilet dye to meter checks to phone apps, there are many ways to find and fix leaks!
- Ask your water company if they have information on how to find and fix leaks, and click on the resources tab for helpful information.
- Check all outdoor hoses, connectors, and spigots regularly. Repair leaks as necessary.
- Check faucets and pipes for leaks. Repair or re- place as necessary.
- Put food coloring in the toilet tank. If, without flush- ing, the color appears in the bowl, there is a leak. Adjust or replace the flush valve and flapper as necessary.
- Check your water meter and bill to track water us- age. If usage increases substantially, check for leaks and/or adjust the irrigation system.
- Click on the “resources” tab for apps, videos, links and publications about finding and fixing leaks.
Resources For Leaks-
Drip Calculator: How Much Water is Wasted?
How to Fix a Leaky Faucet – ehow.com
How to Repair a Leaky Faucet – doityourself.com
10 Things You Must Know: Plumbing Leaks
EPA WaterSense Fix a Leak Tips
Toilets –
Watering Systems –
Solving Your Most Common Irrigation Problems
Your Water Meter –
How to Read the Meter and Check for a Leak- Town of Gilbert
How to Read Your Water Meter and Detect Leaks – Tucson
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