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Undetected Water Leaks Result in Money Washed Down the Drain
American Leak Detection serving Dallas/Fort Worth Texas says residents can save money by going green
Dallas, TX (Grassroots Newswire) October 18, 2010 -- Communities across the country are feeling the effects of the economic downturn, and the Dallas area is certainly not immune to the pressures caused by the downturn. But while curtailing on dining out and other simple luxuries may seem like a practical way to cut costs, local residents may be surprised to find out that large amounts of money may be trickling out from right under their roofs.
According to Will Knell, owner of American Leak Detection serving Dallas/Fort Worth Texas, one in every 318 homes or buildings has a leak. What does this mean for members of the Dallas area? At the very least, it means many residents are unknowingly washing hundreds of dollars down the drain.
"Local residents looking to save money should first focus on saving water," said Knell, who notes that a leaking toilet can use 90,000 gallons of water in 30 days. "By choosing not to address water leaks, residents are wasting water, which is a precious natural resource, and are setting themselves up for lofty water bills and costly home repairs."
Knell says that the most common leaks found in the home include leaking toilet flappers, dripping faucets and other leaking valves. "Each of these leaks is easily corrected," Knell said. The EPA estimates that by fixing these types of commonplace leaks, homeowners can save more than 10 percent on their water bills.
"Saving water is like any other habit. The more you do it, the more natural it becomes," said Knell. He encourages local residents to check all faucets for drips and install flow restrictors or other conservation devices on all spigots.
"By installing a flow restrictor on a showerhead alone, local residents can cut their water use from roughly five to 10 gallons per minute to as low as three gallons per minute," said Knell. "That’s a remarkable savings for both the environment and the wallet - all for a small investment in the initial conservation device."
Knell encourages local residents to contact a professional if they suspect that a water leak may be occurring in their home. The longer the leak goes untreated, Knell says, the more damage it can potentially do to the home’s structure, which can eventually result in the need for costly home repairs.
American Leak Detection serving Dallas/Fort Worth Texas utilizes specially-trained experts and quality equipment to detect leaks before they require major home repairs. The company uses its own proprietary methods and technology to ensure the most non-invasive leak detection possible. Commercial and residential service is available.
For more information about American Leak Detection serving Dallas/Fort Worth Texas, please contact Will Knell at 972.713.8691.
About American Leak Detection
Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Palm Springs, California, American Leak Detection is dedicated to resource protection and eco-friendly services. American Leak Detection is the world leader in the accurate, non-destructive detection of all types of leaks including hidden water and sewer leaks. From swimming pool cracks to concealed plumbing systems, the smallest leak is located with the most advanced, sophisticated electronic devices - without bashing holes in walls or digging up the deck or yard. For the last nine years, American Leak Detection has been ranked #1 in Entrepreneur® magazine’s "Maintenance Products and Services" franchise sector. In February 2008, The Wall Street Journal included American Leak Detection on its list of the 25 top high-performing franchises. For more information on American Leak Detection, call 800.755.6697 or visit www.americanleakdetection.com.
