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Leaks can show up in a few different places in the home, most commonly in the loo. Even a little trickle can waste the equivalent of five bathtubs of water and quietly add up to £250 to your yearly bill. Money that's better off in your pocket for the things that matter to you.
Easy to miss but simple to fix. Leaks in your toilet can be tricky to spot, but we've helped 90% of our customers find and fix their leaks – so these tips could help you too.
Leaky Loo - How much is it costing you?
How much is your leaky loo costing you? Follow these steps to find out:
- Check: Place a piece of tissue at the back of your toilet pan – and enjoy a cuppa whilst you wait to see if it gets wet. Leaks can be small trickles, dribbles, or a constant flow, so look for any signs of water running when the toilet isn't in use.
- Find: If the paper's wet or torn, you might have a leak.
- Fix: Don't worry, tackling leaks doesn't have to be complicated. A lot of leaks you can even fix yourself, watch our video guides to help you. If not, most of them are usually fixed on the first visit by a plumber. You can find a list of approved plumbers here to help you get started.
Checking for leaks in other parts of the home
In this section, find out how to check for leaks in your bathroom, taps and utilities.
- If you have a smart meter it makes, checking for leaks is even easier. Follow our top tips for finding a leak using your smart meter.
- If you've just been told your usage is higher or received a higher than expected bill and you don't have a smart meter, start with these tips.
- Great work on finding your leak, here's some tips to help you get started on fixing your leak.
How we're saving water
With the additional demands of more homes being built, our flat and dry landscape and the effects of climate change, it's even more important we save every drop. That's why we're investing in projects to save water now and for future generations. From using advanced technology to find and fix leaks, to investing in two new reservoirs and installing smart meters – we're committed to save every drop.