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Here are some tips for checking water leaks:
• Check faucet washers and gaskets for wear and replace if needed.
• A running toilet can often be fixed by replacing the rubber flapper, which can save up to 200 gallons of water per day.
• Keep garden hoses from leaking by ensuring a tight connection to the spigot using a wrench and pipe tape.
• Check lawn irrigation systems in the spring to ensure pipes have not burst by freezing.
AlyssaLaRenzie@forsythnews.com
The average American household can waste up to 10,000 gallons of water a year from leaks. That's enough to fill up a backyard swimming pool, said Tim Perkins, Forsyth County's director of water and sewer. To raise awareness about simple maintenance for water conservation, the county is participating for the first time in the national Fix a Leak Week program. Sponsored by the Environmental Protection Agency's WaterSense program, the March 15-21 campaign serves as an ...
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