Drip, Drip, Drip…Even a little water waste is something that shouldn’t be ignored. More than 1 trillion gallons of water are wasted in U.S. homes each year from easy-to-fix leaks.
Here in San Francisco, it’s estimated that one in five homes has an ongoing plumbing leak. There is something we can all do to prevent this water waste. Routine water-fixture maintenance and repairs can add up to big savings on water bills and help us protect our precious water supplies. Grab a wrench or contact your favorite handy person, plumber, to address leaking toilets, faucets, showerheads, and irrigation systems around your home.
Do-it-Yourself: Common Leaks and Repairs
Click these links for tips on identifying and repairing common leaks found around the home including, toilets, faucets, showerheads, irrigation systems and learn to use the water meter to detect silent leaks. All are easily correctable, often with a simple do-it-yourself repair. Select repair parts are also provided free from the SFPUC.
Let Us Help: Free Water-Wise Evaluations
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Let our water conservation experts come to you. Water-Wise Evaluations provide leak detection services, free water-saving and leak repair devices and water-efficiency recommendations throughout your home and garden.