Leaking pipes, toilets and taps can waste a lot of water, leading to high water bills and less money in your pocket. For example, a tap that drips once every second will waste up to 33 litres each day.

Leaks can also cause structural damage to your property and even attract termites.

Checking for leaks regularly and repairing them quickly is a simple yet often overlooked way to save water and money.

This website identifies ways to detect leaks, the steps you should take in the event you find a leak and what you can do to help prevent leaks.

Further information

• How do I detect a leak?
• What should I do if I detect a leak?
• How can I prevent leaks?
• Water interruption notifications
• Water quality issues

Don't forget to check for leaks

• Leaking toilets can waste between 4000 and 95,000 litres of water a year.
• 12,000 litres of water can be wasted by taps leaking at a rate of one drip per second.