Limit losses by stopping water leaks quickly

FALLBROOK – Eight percent of the water used in a typical single-family California home is wasted due to leaks, according to a 2011 study. Look for leaks once a month to catch them quickly.

One easy way to identify leakage is to check the water meter before and after a two-hour period when no water is being used at the property. If the meter doesn’t read exactly the same, there’s probably a leak.

Water meters also typically have a small “leak detector” that spins when water is being used. It is especially useful for quickly detecting small indoor leaks once all water sources are turned off.

To learn more ways to conserve water, go to WaterSmartSD.org.