Fix a Leak Week: Water Conservation Info for Ricewood Residents
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, (EPA), “Household leaks can waste nearly 1 trillion gallons of water annually nationwide”. In an effort to further water conservation, each spring the EPA promotes “Fix a Leak Week”, an educational campaign focused on raising awareness on water loss due to undetected household leaks and promoting water conservation in the home. This year, Fix a Leak Week will be March 15 – 21, 2021.
The Numbers:
- 10% of homes have leaks that waste 90 gallons, or more, per day
- A leaky faucet dripping at the rate of one drip per second can waste more than 3,000 gallons per year
- Minor water leaks account for nearly 1 trillion gallons of wasted water each year
- This amount equals the annual household water used by nearly 11 million homes
- A shower leaking at 10 drips per minute wastes more than 500 gallons per year
Suggestions for Conservation:
- Repair leaks by checking faucet washers and gaskets for wear, and replacing them if necessary
- Replace older and aging toilets with WaterSense models to potentially save 13,000 gallons of water annually for the average family’s level of use
- Repair or replace leaky faucets and/or toilets to save an average of 10% on water bills
- Attend a live or virtual workshop to learn more about repairing leaks and saving water
WaterSense is a voluntary partnership program sponsored by the EPA. This label helps identify water-efficient products as well as resources for water conservation. For more information and education focused on water conservation, visit their website at https://www.epa.gov/watersense
Fix a Leak Week is a great time to learn more about how District residents can save money and water. “Learn how to find and fix leaks during Fix a Leak Week. It’s as easy as 1-2-3.” In participation of this campaign, Houston Public Works, Dallas Water Utilities, and Fort Worth Water are hosting a two-part virtual DIY event focused on “providing comprehensive information about repairing simple water leaks inside and outside the home”. For more information, or to register for their free event, click HERE.
“Leaks can run, but they can’t hide!”
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