Fix a Leak

Check Your Meter

Observe your meter before and after a two-hour period when no water is being used in the home. If the meter changes at all, you probably have a leak.

Check for leaks 

Look for dripping faucets, showerheads, sprinklers, and other fixtures. Also check for toilets with silent leaks by putting a few drops of food coloring into the tank and seeing if it appears in the bowl before you flush. Don’t forget to check irrigation systems and spigots too.

Twist and tighten hose and pipe connections 

To save more water without a noticeable difference in flow in your bathroom faucet, twist on a WaterSense labeled faucet aerator.

Replace the fixture if necessary 

Look for WaterSense labeled models, which are independently certified to use 20 percent less water and perform as well as or better than standard models.