How much water is wasted if I have a leak?
Leaks can account for 10 percent or more of the
water bill.
A dripping faucet can waste 20 gallons of water a day.
A leaky toilet can waste 200 gallons a day.
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How
can I check for a silent toilet leak?
Mix a few drops of food coloring or place a dye capsule or tablet into the water in the toilet tank.
Do not flush the toilet
Wait for about 10 minutes
If the dye of food coloring appears in the toilet bowl, the toilet has a silent leak.
“Conservation: Saving Water Inside the Home.” The brochure was released by the Texas Water Development Board, PO Box 13231, Austin, TX 78711-3231.
Notice: We have free tablets available at the Water Treatment Plant.
What
are some common causes of toilet leaks?
Worn flappers
Improperly adjusted water levels
Worn valve seats
Leaking fill valves
“Conservation: Saving Water
Inside the Home.” The brochure was released by the Texas Water Development Board, PO Box 13231,
Austin, TX 78711-3231.
How can I check for invisible or unnoticed leaks in other places besides my toilet?
Turn off all water outlets and water using appliances
Read the dial on the water meter and record the reading
Recheck the meter 15 to 20 minutes later
If no water has been used and the reading has changed, a leak is occurring somewhere in the plumbing system.
“Conservation: Saving Water
Inside the Home.” The brochure was released by the Texas Water Development
Board, PO Box 13231, Austin, TX 78711-3231.