Think about a leaking tap – releasing drops of water in a steady pattern that crash against the sink, causing an annoying metronome-like sound. If you work from home or are near the tap, that noise will unsettle you. Even though this is enough reason to fix your leaking taps, there are few others.

• While the leak itself isn’t hazardous, the presence of moisture can lead to the development of mould, mildew, and material damage. These issues can attack your home’s structure and foundations without your knowledge and only present themselves when the damage is evident. Mould can trigger respiratory illnesses, while stagnant water is the breeding ground for insects such as mosquitoes.
• Australia is one of the driest countries on Earth, which means we can’t afford to waste our water. A leaking tap can lead to the loss of 20,000 litres of water a year. When you consider climate change, droughts, and population increases, every drop of water counts. When you leave a leaking tap unattended, it negatively impacts the environment.
• The greater demand for resources leads to an increase in the cost of water utilities. Western Australians already pay a high water rate that could rise rapidly if we don’t conserve water. Allowing a tap to leak will affect your utility bill, and it’s a cost that no family or business wants to add to their expenses.