When homeowners feel frustrated because their water bill keeps getting higher even though the base pricing hasn’t changed, it may be time to hire Plumbers in Bainbridge Island WA to evaluate the system. Plumbers can fix pesky little leaks that seem like small problems but can add up to a noticeable amount on the bill. They also can see if there are any leaks the household residents haven’t yet discovered.
A Dripping Exterior Spigot
Plumbers in Bainbridge Island WA may discover that a spigot on the outside of the house is dripping. It might only be dripping once every few minutes, which is why nobody in the home has noticed. Over time, though, that can lead to the loss of many gallons of water.
A Leaking Hose Nozzle
A related problem occurs when people leave the water on outside because a hose is attached to the spigot. They expect the hose nozzle to block all water flowage when the handle is not pushed down. Unfortunately, these nozzles can start to leak when under constant water pressure. In addition, sometimes the nozzle is inadvertently placed on the ground in a way that pushes on the handle ever so slightly.
A Dripping Indoor Faucet
A dripping indoor faucet might be wasting several gallons of water every day. That faucet can be replaced by a contractor such as Herdman Plumbing. People tend to let the slow leaks continue until they have become annoyingly noticeable.
A Leaky Toilet Tank
Another common source of water loss is from the toilet tank. Tiny amounts of water may be escaping through the bottom if components have deteriorated. The water leaks into the toilet bowl, and the system eventually adds extra water to the tank if nobody has flushed the toilet in the meantime.
Habits of the Residents
In addition, the habits of the household residents should be considered. Every time water use occurs when it’s not necessary raises the amount of the utility bill. For example, leaving the tap run continuously while washing dishes can waste a large amount of water. The same holds true when people brush their teeth. Shutting off the faucet when the water is not actually being used will help.
