The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) is encouraging Illinoisans to check their household plumbing fixtures and irrigation systems for leaks as a part of national Fix-a-Leak Week this March 18-24. Approximately 1 trillion gallons of water are wasted in the United States each year due to leaks, but inexpensive fixes can help consumers to conserve water and save money.
“The average American household loses more than 10,000 gallons of water each year from leaking faucets, running toilets, and dripping showerheads. That’s enough to fill a swimming pool,” said ICC Chairman Doug Scott. “Fix-a-Leak Week reminds consumers to find and fix leaks that with minor fixes, can conserve water and save consumers up to 10 percent on their utility bills.”
EPA’s WaterSense® program has several tips to help detect and fix leaks:
Uncertain about how to do the work on your own? There are several online tutorials to help fix minor leaks or call a licensed plumber or experienced handyman.
For more tips on how to find and fix indoor and outdoor leaks for homes and businesses visit the EPA’s website. Follow the Illinois Commerce Commission on social media @ILCommerceComm