SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - City, Water, Light and Power is reminding customers save water and money as part of “Fix A Leak Week” March 18 to 24.
The annual event, in cooperation with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s “We’re for Water” campaign, works to educate consumers about the importance of water efficiency and how to address the estimated more than 1 trillion gallons of water wasted from household leaks each year.
“Leaks can easily account for more than 10,000 gallons of water lost in an average home each year,” said Todd LaFountain, CWLP’s Water Division Manager. “Making easy corrections to fix leaks, such as to faulty toilet flappers and dripping faucets, could equate to an easy 10 percent bill savings, while also preserving a valuable resource.”
Check your water usage on your bill to see if your winter water use is over 3 units per person (about 2,244 gallons).
Check your faucets, showerheads, and pipes for drips. Take the toilet test and use food coloring in the upper tank. Look to see if it appears in the bowl before you flush.
Twist and tighten your faucet connections. Use a WaterSense® labeled faucet aerator to save water without changing the flow.
Replace a fixture that is older than 10 years. WaterSense® models are tested and certified to use 20% less water.
For more tips on conservation and how to reduce indoor and outdoor water use, click here.
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