Leaking fixtures - could be a bigger problem than just a leak

It’s true that leaky faucets can be extremely annoying because of that continually dripping water. And, although this might seem like it’s just an annoyance that you’re having to deal with until you can get it fixed, it’s not just that. In fact, that dripping problem, large or small, could actually be a sign that you’re actually experiencing a serious underlying issue. So, yes, it really is a problem. But wait, there’s more.

No doubt about it, they could cause mold, rot, mold, and even structural damage. These are all genuine leaky faucet risks. In fact, not only can mold start growing at a really rapid rate, but it can also cause breathing problems for everybody in your home. And, rot is very common and likely to affect all of the wood throughout your home because it's at risk in the event that it's exposed for a long enough time period. So, if you've been thinking that your leaky faucet damage is minimal, you just might be wrong. Here are a few more common problems that are associated with leaky faucets:

- Additional Home Damage

- Environmental Damage

- Expensive Water Bills

As if that’s not enough, leaks in an average household can end up accounting for 10,000+ gallons of water wasted every year, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Think about this for a moment. That's as much water you'd need for 270 loads of laundry. In fact, a typical 10-drips-per-minute leak can waste almost a gallon of water per day (or a whopping 29 gallons each month). In some locales, that would cost $1 per month or less. However, that's a slow drip. What about a fast drip? A faucet that's leaking 120-drips-per-minute could actually waste 11 gallons each day, which comes out to approximately 330-gallons each month. Yes, you read that right and it's a lot of water and way too much money wasted!