New For 2019! Water Conservation Tools – Drip Calculator
Posted by Brian on January 2, 2019 · Leave a Comment
We found an interesting educational and information tool for 2019 – The Drip Calculator
“Have a Leaky Faucet? Find Out How Much Your Wasting.
Dealing with a pesky dripping faucet? It may be more than just a minor annoyance. While that constant drip can go unnoticed or be ignored over time, it can start to add up for your wallet. With every drop down the drain, you’re throwing money away! While a small leak may seem like a harmless plumbing issue, it can actually cost you big time if not fixed in a timely manner. ”
10 drips per minute – 5.45 liters per day (1 liter = 0.26 gallons). You are wasting 1.3 gallons per day, 39 gallons per month (30 days) and , 474.5 gallons per year per faucet.
Please do not forget to get your drinking water tested, it is really up to you to Know Your H20 !
Leaky pipes may also be a sign of a water quality related problem, such as corrosion, elevated level of trace metals, biological contamination, or other environmental hazards that can impact the aesthetic quality and the safety of your drinking water.
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