| If your water bill has suddenly become increasingly | | | | check your water meter and make a note of the |
| high, you can rest assured that you have a leak | | | | reading. In about half an hour, double check the |
| somewhere. Once you recognize there is a problem, | | | | meter, if it has moved, then you know there is a |
| you will need to set out to determine where the leak | | | | definite leak. Now you will need to use the mechanic's |
| is coming from so that you may repair it adequately. | | | | stethoscope to help locate the leak. If you can tell |
| However, you may be surprised to discover that | | | | that there is a definite leak, then you should contact |
| many toilets are the cause of high water bills, so you | | | | a plumber. |
| may want to begin by checking your toilet for leaks. | | | | Once all of the appliances are off, check your water |
| If you notice condensation on your toilet bowl or | | | | meter and make a note of the reading. In about half |
| tank, or hear your toilet automatically flush, then you | | | | an hour, double check the meter, if it has moved, |
| most likely have a leak in your toilet. | | | | then you know there is a definite leak. Now you will |
| If you would like to locate the leak yourself, you will | | | | need to use the mechanic's stethoscope to help |
| need to purchase a mechanic's stethoscope. This will | | | | locate the leak.If you notice condensation on your |
| help you find the source of the leak. To begin, you | | | | toilet bowl or tank, or hear your toilet automatically |
| will need to turn off every appliance in your home | | | | flush, then you most likely have a leak in your toilet. |
| that uses water. Once all of the appliances are off, | | | | |