Public Service Announcement

55 - 60 Seconds

This is ____________________________________________ with the UK College of Agriculture. Water leaks can be costly for homeowners, especially if you are paying a monthly water bill and they can waste a lot of water. Did you know that a dripping faucet can waste as much as 25 gallons of water per day? Take the time to check your home for water leaks.

Indoors you should check:

• All sink faucets
• Shower heads
• Toilets
• Bathtubs
• Automatic dishwashers
• Washing machines
• Hot water heaters
• Refrigerator ice-making units
  and
  
• water treatment units

A simple way to test your toilet for leaks is to place 3 or 4 drops of food coloring in the toilet tank. Then, let the toilet set for one hour without using or flushing. If the color shows up in the bowl, you have a leak.

Often water leaks can be repaired easily by replacing washers, tightening fittings or replacing simple parts. Keep your home free of water leaks. It's a simple way to conserve water that can also save you money. For more information about water conservation, contact the ______________ County Extension office.

Contact: Kim Henken (859-257-7775)

Updated June 28,2005