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Water Leaks

Have you done all that you can to try to eliminate leaks from your home but still can't nip that drip in the bud? It might be time to replace your leaking fixtures. The plumbers at South East Total Service are fully licensed and insured, serving Chattanooga and the surrounding areas with all phases of plumbing service.

Water Leak Detection

• Check your water meter before and after a two-hour period when no water is being used. If the meter changes at all, you probably have a leak.
  
  
• Identify toilet leaks by placing a drop of food coloring in the toilet tank. If any color shows up in the bowl after 10 minutes, you have a leak. (Be sure to flush immediately after the experiment to avoid staining the tank.)
  
  
• A common reason why toilets will leak is an old or worn–out toilet flapper (e.g., valve seal). Flappers are inexpensive rubber parts that can build up minerals or decay over time. Replacing them can be a quick and easy fix for your water woes.

Identify and Fix Leaks:

Annual household leaks waste 1 trillion gallons nationwide, which is equal to water use in more than 11 million homes! Use the tips below to find out if you have leaks in your home. Common types of leaks found in the home are worn toilet flappers, dripping faucets, and other leaking valves.