Central Alabama Water (CAW) annually observes Fix a Leak Week to help households save money by fixing leaks that waste water.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) observes Fix a Leak Week annually in March to raise awareness of the impact of household water leaks. Every year, approximately one trillion gallons of drinking water, or nearly one-tenth of annual drinking water consumption, are lost to leaks in household plumbing in the U.S., according to the EPA.
During Fix a Leak Week, the CAW will encourage customers to look for and fix leaks in their homes and on their property in order to save wasted water. Replacing worn toilet flappers and fixing dripping faucets, and other repairs can translate to savings of about 10 percent on customers’ water bills.
Customers who visit the CAW's Payment Center during Fix a Leak Week will receive a free toilet flapper replacement kit and quick tips card while supplies last. Throughout Fix a Leak Week, the CAW will also publish additional tips on social media.
Due to the pandemic, the CAW will not dispatch technicians for free leak inspections as in years past.
For more Fix a Leak Week tips and information, please visit EPA Watersense.
