Sharon Water Dept. is a WaterSense Partner
Managing water is a growing concern across the US as communities are starting to face challenges regarding water supply and water infrastructure.
WaterSense will help protect the future of our nation's water supply by promoting water efficiency, as well as water-efficient products, programs, and practices.
Check Your Home for Leaks!
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Ten percent of homes have
leaks that waste 90 gallons or more per day.
Common types of leaks found in the home include leaking toilet flappers, dripping faucets, and other leaking valves.
Fixing easily corrected household water leaks can save homeowners more than 10% on their water bills. |
Examine your winter water usage. A family of four may have a serious leak if winter water use exceeds 12,000 gallons per month.
Check your water meter before and after a two-hour period when no water is being used. If the meter does not read exactly the same, you probably have a leak.
To find out if your toilet leaks, place a drop of food coloring in the toilet tank. If color shows up in the bowl without flushing, you have a leak.
Click here for more information on fixing leaks
