Frequently, the cause for a leap in water consumption, if you have not changed the amount of water you are using, is a leak in the plumbing. Following are some important and easy measures you can take to prevent, notice, and repair water leaks.

First it is important to check your water meter. Upon review of your water meter, write down the water meter reading. Then turn off the water and wait several minutes and write down the new reading, again. If the reading is higher, there can potentially be a water leak present, and you should contact your local plumbing professional to take a look at it.

That great new appliance might look jazzy, but is it energy efficient? Only purchase energy efficient appliances like certain dishwashers or tankless water heaters, that will save you water and money in the long run. It is easy to detect an energy efficient product. They usually have the large energy star symbol on its exterior.

Check your home on a regular basis for any signs of dripping faucets. A dripping faucet might cause several gallons of water to go down the drain daily. Not sure if you have a leak? Contact your plumber to do a check up of your home’s plumbing, including faucets, to repair any leaks and stop the additional money going to your water bill each month, unnecessarily. They can also check for any potential water damage from a leak that can grow into toxic mold, so you can catch it before it worsens.

Burst pipes in the winter cause leaky pipes and this is more money out of your pocket. Make sure that all outside pipes leading to the home are protected during the cold months by having your local plumbing professional come and conduct your annual home winterization services this fall to help prevent any catastrophes from occurring during the winter that can cost you greatly, especially if left unattended.

Suspect you may have a water leak in your Ashburn home? Call Powell’s Plumbing today at 540-636-8196. We also service 18 other counties in Virginia, West Virginia and Maryland.