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Have you noticed a spike in your water bill recently and can’t figure out why? While water rates may change from time to time, there are plenty of hidden plumbing issues that can be silently driving up your water consumption—and your costs. Some of these problems can be easily assessed and fixed by a homeowner with a bit of know-how. Here are the main culprits to look out for:

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Leaky Faucets and Shower Heads:

A leaky faucet might seem like a minor inconvenience, but it could be silently draining your wallet. Even a small drip adds up over time. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), a single leaky faucet can waste over 3,000 gallons of water a year.

What to Look For:

  • Drips or constant moisture around faucets, showerheads, or tub spouts.
  • Reduced water pressure or an inconsistent stream of water.

If you’re not comfortable replacing internal parts or can’t pinpoint the issue, Royal Flush Plumbing can help with an inspection and repair.

Running Toilets, Damage or Wear:

  • A running toilet is one of the most common—and most expensive—plumbing problems. A toilet that continues to run can waste as much as 200 gallons of water a day, depending on the severity of the leak.

    What to Look For:

    • Water continuously running in the toilet tank even after flushing.
    • Strange sounds or gurgling noises coming from the tank or bowl.

    How to Fix It:

    • The most likely culprit is a worn-out flapper valve. Replacing the flapper is an easy DIY fix that can restore your toilet to working order.
    • Check the fill valve and adjust it if necessary. If the water level in the tank is too high, it can cause the toilet to run constantly.

    Worn, leaky pipes:

    • Sometimes leaks don’t manifest as visible drips. They can occur within walls or under floors, leading to wasted water and a climbing bill that you might not even notice until it’s too late.

      What to Look For:

      • Increased water usage without an apparent reason (i.e., you haven’t added more family members or started using more water).
      • Wet spots or water damage on the floor, walls, or ceiling near pipes.
      • A sudden drop in water pressure.

      A higher-than-normal water meter reading, even when you haven’t used more water than usual.

      Older Appliances:

      • Older appliances like water heaters, dishwashers, and washing machines tend to be far less efficient than their modern counterparts. If your appliances are on the older side, they might be using more water than necessary, contributing to an inflated water bill.

        What to Look For:

        • Appliances that are older than 10-15 years.
        • Appliances that take longer to complete a cycle or require multiple cycles.

        Noisy water heaters or appliances, which could indicate inefficiency.

        Royal Flush Plumbing is Here to Help!

        If your water bill is higher than you believe it should be, we’re here to help by assessing your system and performing any work necessary to bring things back to nominal condition.

        Call Royal Flush Plumbing at 770-GO-ROYAL to schedule service or inspection.

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