Our Customer Support Team helps residents every day who have questions about high water bills caused by leaks or plumbing problems. On this page they share simple tips, videos, and tools to help you check your water use and fix common leaks.
Signs You May Have a Leak
- Water use when no one is home
- A sudden increase in your bill
- The sound of running water when fixtures are off
- A toilet that keeps running
- Wet areas around plumbing fixtures
Small Leaks Can Waste Water — and Cost You Money. Use the free MyWater portal to monitor your water use and learn simple ways to fix common leaks during Fix a Leak Week.
- Monitor daily water use
- Receive alerts for unusual usage
- Spot leaks early
- Help prevent higher bills
You’ll need your account number to register here:
Household leaks waste nearly 1 trillion gallons of water per year in the U.S.
Many of those leaks start in homes just like yours. Learn simple ways to find and fix leaks during Fix a Leak Week.
DIY Resources
- Water Leak Checklist
- Replace Toilet Flapper
- Replace Faucet Aerator
- Repair Leaky Faucet
- Adjust Toilet Fill Valve
- Install Flush Valve
- Replace Shower Head
- Fix a Leaky Pipe
- WaterSense Fix a Leak
- Shutoff Valve
- Pool Autofill Valve
- Sprinkler System Links
- Sprinkler System Tips
- Stop, Look, Listen for Leaks
- More on Toilet Flappers/Toilets
- More Common Problems
For those who prefer not to DIY or for tough projects, Fort Wayne also has many skilled plumbing companies that can help.