The Illinois Commerce Commission is reminding Illinoisans to check their household plumbing fixtures and irrigation systems for leaks as a part of national Fix-a-Leak Week this March 16-22.
“Every year, household leaks waste approximately 1 trillion gallons of water nationwide. Chasing down leaks can help Illinoisans shave up to 10 percent off monthly water bills,” said ICC Chairman Doug Scott.
EPA’s WaterSense® program has several tips to help detect and fix leaks:
- Replace worn-out…


