With the Bay Area stuck in a severe drought, reducing water waste is key. A free service offered to North Bay water customers could help lower bills and save water.
There are some basic steps if you suspect there's a leak in your house, making your water bill more expensive than it should. Finding that leak is half the battle."The most common thing that leaks indoors is toilets," said Marin Water Conservation Specialist Christina Mountanos.
Second, locate the water meter and look for the low flow indicator, which is usually a triangle shape in the center of the meter. If it's not moving, there's no continuous leak. If the low flow indicator stopped moving, the leak is either in the house or in the irrigation system.
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