We receive many questions about water bills and water leaks. It’s surprising how much water loss even a small leak can cause!

There are simple things you can do to check for hidden leaks in your home. One easy trick is to put a few drops of food coloring in the tank of your toilet. If there is a leak, the color will appear in the bowl even when the toilet has not been flushed.

We are also sharing a water loss chart we found online to help illustrate how quickly water can be wasted.