Leak Detection

FIND & READ YOUR WATER METER

Just like a car odometer measures miles, the meter tracks how much water you use. It can assist you in finding plumbing leaks. Your water meter dials should be motionless if water is not actively being used on the property.

You can track your meter reads daily or weekly to monitor your water use. Perform your own leak check with the SMWD DIY Leak Check Guide!

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INSTALL A FLOW MONITOR DEVICE

Another way to track your home water use in real-time is by installing a Flow Monitoring Device. The device reports your home's water use directly to you. Leak alerts and water use charts can assist prevent high bills and keep you in charge of your water use. Rebates are available for qualifying models. FIND REBATES HERE!

INDOOR LEAKS
OUTDOOR LEAKS

TOILETS – The #1 Cause of Indoor Leaks

FULL RESIDENTIAL LEAK CHECKLIST (click here)

A leaking toilet can be silent and will not show any signs of water on the floor. This is water running directly down the drain into the sewer system.

CHECK YOUR TOILETS WITH A DYE TEST:

Yes! A running toilet is a leak and can waste hundreds of gallons per day.

Check your mail in the month of March for FREE dye test strips to test your toilets!

VIDEO: How to check your toilet with dye strips?

NEXT STEPS:

After you perform the dye test and it appears that you do have a leak. Try these next steps:

✔ Check to see if the toilet flapper falls down and seals completely. Rubber flappers degrade over time. The flapper may be in need of replacement or a simple cleaning.

✔ If you notice that water is flowing into the overflow tube, you have an overflow leak. Adjust/lower the fill valve (or float) in order to lower the water line within the tank. The water line should always sit below the top entrance of the overflow tube.

✔ Make any necessary adjustments/repairs to the flapper or fill valve.

✔ If you still need help, try contacting the TOILET REPAIR PROS (CLICK HERE). It's free!

HELPFUL VIDEOS:

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What is a toilet leak?

Spotlight on the pressure regulating valve!

A Pressure Regulating Valve (PRV) is a plumbing device installed on the intake pipe between the street and your front yard hose bib. It is used to moderate high water pressure for optimal home appliance, pipe, and fixture performance, while significantly reducing the likelihood of leaks developing.

A failed PRV allows water entering your home to exceed the recommended pressure for household plumbing devices and appliances. If approved for the program, a qualified technician will test and adjust your water pressure or, if necessary, replace a failed PRV.