Leaking toilets can waste more water than any other fixture in the house. Even a silent toilet leak (one you normally can’t hear) can waste anywhere from 30 to 500 gallons a day. The leaks you can hear waste even more.
Sacramento Suburban Water District (SSWD) wants you to know there is a sure-fire way to check for a toilet leak. Dye tablets, available from SSWD’s Marconi Avenue office, can help you detect a leak quickly. Place a dye tablet in the toilet tank and let it dissolve for about 15 minutes (do not flush). When you return, look into the toilet bowl to see if the dye color is present. If it is, you have a leak that may be caused by a faulty flapper or other problem.
Leaky faucets also waste water. Even a slow drip can waste up to 190 gallons a month. Periodically check your indoor fixtures and appliances for leaks. Studies show homes can waste more than 10% of their total water use due to leaks. That’s costly for you and the environment.
For more information on how to stop leaks and save water around the house, visit www.sswd.org. Or sign up for a free Water-Wise House Call to help you evaluate your water use and save money. Call the SSWD Customer Service Team at 916.972.7171 for details.