Check for Leaks

Walnut Valley Water District is here to help you maintain a water-efficient lifestyle. That includes resources and tools to empower you. Fixing a leak in and around your home can result in water savings and money saved on your monthly water bill.

If you notice irregularities on your monthly water bill, such as high usage in the fall and winter months even though you have implemented conservation measures – you may have a leak. Speak with a Customer Service Representative to learn more about your water usage by calling (909) 595-7554.

Fix-A-Leak Week

Mark your calendars! Walnut Valley Water District celebrates the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) annual Fix-A-Leak Week. This week-long celebration typically occurs during the third week of March – we will announce Fix-A-Leak Week on our website and social media pages, so check back soon! To learn more about Fix-A-Leak Week and tips click here.

In honor of Fix-A-Leak Week, we host a special survey for our customers and leak detection class. All participants will receive a FREE leak detection kit to take home along with educational and water-efficient prizes.

How To Check For Leaks

To check for a leak in and around your home, turn off all faucets. This includes your bathroom, kitchen, sprinklers, etc. Go outside to your water meter and note down a reading. Wait 15 minutes and check the water meter again. If the sweep hand has moved or the reading has changed from your first reading you may have a leak.

View the District’s video on “How to Detect Water Leaks” here.

At Home Leak Detection Walk-Through

Use our “Water Walk-Through” to perform a leak detection assessment at home. This quick checklist will help you identify potential leaks and inform you of potential water savings.

Improve Your Water Efficiency with a Water Walk-Through

Leak Detection FAQs

Repairing Leaks

Leaks in and around your home are a common cause of water waste and increases your monthly water bill. Leaks should be repaired as soon as possible. Walnut Valley Water District does not fix leaks inside your home or leaks associated with your landscape. The District’s purview extends from the water meter out, anything associated past the water meter (your home) is the customer’s responsibility.

Before any scheduled repairs you may have for leaks in and around your home, please refer to the meter connection diagrams for your home. It is important that you or your repair person properly connects to the water meter according to the District’s standard to avoid customer liability of any damage or alteration. If you are unsure of where to make the water meter connection, please call us at (909) 595-7554.

Meter Connection Diagrams for Homes

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