“This advice has saved my clients thousands of dollars.”

If you're spending a lot of money on your water bill because of a leak, there's a way to identify the problem and save some money.

The ball

Twin Home Experts (@twinhomeexperts) shared a video on TikTok showing how to find a leak in your home. He asks viewers to check their water meter and shows one turning. If your toilet is also spinning, he recommends checking your toilet first because “toilet leaks are the most common cause of high water bills.” Check that the water is flowing continuously.

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He also says to check faucets, tubs and showers. He added that irrigation lines can also cause high water bills.

If you have a shutoff valve, do insulation tests. After turning off, check whether the meter has stopped. If so, that is the cause of the leak and you need to call a plumber.

How it works

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, “The average home's leaks can be responsible for nearly 10,000 gallons of water waste per year, and 10% of homes have leaks that waste 90 gallons or more per day.”

The EPA added that fixing these leaks can save you 10% on your water bill.

According to Green Match, wasted water not only costs money but also leads to water shortages in some regions. Water shortages can have detrimental effects on communities, the ecosystem and agriculture.

Leaks are not the only cause of water waste. The quality of your appliances also determines how much water you use. In the United States, an average of 30 gallons of water is wasted every day

Checking for leaks is one way to prevent this, but you can also waste less water in other ways. For example, you can use your dishwasher instead of washing dishes by hand and buy an environmentally friendly washing machine.

What people say

Other TikTokers loved this tip.

A user has given the same instructions before: “I've saved clients thousands of dollars by giving them this advice.”

Another user said: “These are very helpful DIY guides for diagnosing slow water leaks.”

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