DWS promotes leak detection during Fix-A-Leak Week
DWS promotes leak detection during Fix-A-Leak Week
HAWAI`I ISLAND – Department of Water Supply (DWS) customers are encouraged to detect and fix leaks in their plumbing during Fix-A-Leak Week from March 17-23, 2019.
In recognition of this national event and to promote water conservation efforts islandwide, DWS will be distributing FREE toilet tank leak detection tablets from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. on: Monday, March 18 at KTA Waimea; Wednesday, March 20 at KTA Puainako, Hilo; and Friday, March 22 at KTA Kailua-Kona. Additional tablets and other water conservation materials will also be available throughout the week at DWS office locations in Hilo, Waimea, Kona, and Kaʻū, while supplies last.
According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the average American home can waste more than 10,000 gallons of water every year from running toilets, dripping faucets, and other household leaks.
To check for leaks, residents should observe their water meter after turning off all faucets, spigots and other household appliances (dishwashers, clothes washers, etc.) If the meter is still moving, a leak may be present. Customers should also review their water bill for spikes in water usage.
For more leak detection and water conservation tips, visit the Department of Water Supply website at: www.hawaiidws.org or the United States Environmental Protection Agency website at: www.epa.gov/watersense/fix-leak-week.
About the Department of Water Supply
The Department of Water Supply is a semi-autonomous agency of the County of Hawai‘i that is governed by the Water Board. Founded in 1949, its primary function is to provide domestic water service through its 23 water systems throughout Hawaiʻi Island. The Department continually strives to provide safe, dependable, high quality, potable water at a reasonable cost. For more information, visit www.hawaiidws.org.
