Check for leaking toilets Leaking toilets are the number one source of wasted water in the home. A leaky toilet tank wastes between 300 gallons (slow leak) and 60,000 gallons (running toilet) per month. To detect a slow leak, put food coloring in the toilet tank and wait 15 minutes without flushing. If the water in the bowl turns color, your toilet tank is leaking. Replace the parts inside your toilet tank. Repair kits are inexpensive and are available at most home improvement stores. We recommend you perform this test at least twice a year. Catching a toilet leak at its earliest stage can save a lot of water and keeping from pouring your money down the drain.

Check for leaky faucets, showers and hoses
Worn plumbing fixtures waste a great deal of water and can be costly to the consumer. Check faucets and hose connections (i.e., at your washing machine) frequently. The table below illustrates the potential water loss from leaky faucets:

Check for Underground Leaks
An underground water leak due to a broken pipe or faulty coupling can be very costly because the water loss is not always easy to spot. Careful attention to the signs of a water leak can help minimize costly water leaks. The table below illustrates the potential water loss from broken underground pipes: