Pennsylvania American Water Provides Tips to Locate and Fix Leaks During U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Fix a Leak Week 2024
Pennsylvania American Water promotes Fix a Leak Week 2024 by providing tips to save water and money through leak detection and repair. The EPA reports that households waste around 10,000 gallons of water annually. Common leak sources include faucets, toilets, washing machines, tub spouts, shower heads, and boiler systems.
03/18/2024 - 02:48 PM
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Pennsylvania American Water highlights U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Fix a Leak Week 2024 by sharing tips to locate and fix leaks fast.
According to the EPA, the average household wastes nearly 10,000 gallons of water annually. Below are a few common places to check for leaks inside your home:
Faucets
A leaky faucet can waste nearly 3,200 gallons of water per year.
Toilets
These silent water wasters can usually be fixed by adjusting or replacing the flapper valve.
Washing machine
If you see water on the floor under your washing machine, contact a repair person. You may need to replace your drain hose.
Tub spouts and shower heads
Leaks here can waste hundreds of gallons per year. If you notice one, be sure to address it as soon as you can.
Boiler system
If the sound of running water is continuous and does not stop and start periodically, there may be a leak. Contact a professional to check it out and perform repairs.
Learn more about detecting leaks and download a leak detection kit: https://www.amwater.com/paaw/Water-Wastewater-Information/detecting-leaks
Additionally, American Water received the EPA’s 2023 WaterSense Excellence Award for our strategic collaboration efforts in research and consumer education.
About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States . With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.
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About Pennsylvania American Water
Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and wastewater services to approximately 2.3 million people.
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David Misner
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External Affairs Manager, Northeast PA
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Source: Pennsylvania American Water
How much water does a leaky faucet waste annually?
A leaky faucet can waste nearly 3,200 gallons of water per year.
What can cause water wastage in toilets?
Silent water wasters in toilets can often be fixed by adjusting or replacing the flapper valve.
What should you do if you see water under your washing machine?
If you see water under your washing machine, contact a repair person as you may need to replace the drain hose.
How much water can leaks in tub spouts and shower heads waste annually?
Leaks in tub spouts and shower heads can waste hundreds of gallons per year.
How can you identify a leak in a boiler system?
If the sound of running water in the boiler system is continuous and does not stop and start periodically, there may be a leak. Contact a professional for inspection and repairs.
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