Checking for leaks
If you think you could have a leak on your property, see the common signs and carry out one of our simple tests to check.
Signs you may have a leak
You may have a leak if you notice:
- an unexplained increase in your bill
- a big drop in water pressure
- areas of lush vegetation in your garden
- damp patches on the ground
- a hissing or knocking noise near your internal stop tap
- a continuous flow from your toilet cistern.
Perform a leak test
If you have a meter
If you have a meter, you can use it to check if water is being used when you’re not using any.
If you don’t have a meter
If you don’t have a meter, you can check for a hissing or knocking noise at your internal stop tap.
How to check for toilet leaks
Water trickling down the back of the toilet pan can be silent, making toilet leaks hard to spot.
You can perform this simple test to find out if you have a leaky loo.
