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Water Leak Experts Build Awareness for Earth Day

American Leak Detection says save money and save the planet by fixing leaks

Palm Springs, CA (Grassroots Newswire) April 1, 2010 - In honor of Earth Day on April 22nd, American Leak Detection is encouraging local residents to address the water leaks in their homes.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the amount of water leaked from U.S. homes has the potential to exceed more than 1 trillion gallons per year. That's equivalent to the annual water use of Los Angeles, Chicago and Miami – combined.

Stan Berenbaum, President of American Leak Detection, says that little changes can really add up and gives the following examples of how much water local residents can save:

• Save more than 3,000 gallons per year: Fix any leaky faucets or showerheads that drip at a rate of one drip per second or more. Replace inexpensive washers or valve sets, and tighten connections using pipe tape and a wrench.
• Save 6,300 gallons per month: Check your irrigation system to ensure that it was not damaged by frost or freezing during the winter. A leak as small as the thickness of a dime can result in significant water loss.
• Save over 18,000 gallons per year: Switch to a low-flush, WaterSense labeled toilet. The EPA reports that retrofitting a house with these toilets could save a family of four approximately $2,000 in water and wastewater bills over the toilets' lifetime.
• Save 360,000 gallons per year: Often not thought of are hidden leaks the size of a pinhead in a service line underground or behind a wall, which can waste enough water to fill 12,000 bathtubs to the overflow mark. Monitor your water bill and usage monthly and annually.

"By fixing easily corrected household water leaks, homeowners can save more than 10 percent on their water bills," said Berenbaum. "This savings is in addition to the positive impact their actions will have on our planet."

The EPA reports that ten percent of homes have leaks that waste 90 gallons of water or more per day. This predicament requires positive action on behalf of all homeowners, especially families of four of more, which naturally have higher water consumption rates.

"Saving water is like any other habit. The more you do it, the more natural it becomes," added Berenbaum. "Try challenging your family members to find clever ways to cut back on their water usage. We encourage residents to use our online tools – The Bucket Test for pools and The Meter Test for homes – to help them determine if they may have a leak prior to calling an expert such as American Leak Detection."

American Leak Detection is known as a world leader in the detection of hidden water and sewer leaks. It uses advanced, sophisticated electronic leak detection devices to fix leaks for all kinds of water systems. According to Berenbaum, the company has found 5,226,578 leaks worldwide since 1974 and counting. American Leak Detection's primary commitment is to conserve water, the world's most precious resource.

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