Leaky faucets and clogged sinks: causes and fixes

If you've noticed rust-tinged water or a sharp increase in your water bill, you might have a leak. A leaky faucet may drip at a rate of five drops per minute, and that means you're losing up to five litres of water a day! 

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Common causes of water leakage are:

Tip: Leaks happen in the toilet bowl too! Detect it by placing a drop of food colouring in the tank. If the colour runs into the bowl, there might be problems with the toilet's flapper.

Here are three ways to fixing mild clogs:

It is always best to consult a plumber if you come across a problem you are unsure of. Check out PUB’s list of licensed plumbers at tinyurl.com/PUBplumbers.