Resources for Fixing Leaks#
How to Fix Common Household Leaks#
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has several great resources available to check for and fix common household leaks:
Don't forget to check out the rebates Utilities offers if you replace a toilet or other water-using appliance.
The programs listed below are part of outside organizations that are unaffiliated with the City of Fort Collins. They offer services for repairs and increasing water efficiency. Utilities cannot guarantee their availability or services.
- If you are a senior citizen or person with a disability, contact the Volunteers of America Handyman Program at 970-472-9630. This is only for minor repairs, such as a leaking toilet or faucet.
- If you are a low-income resident who owns a home with a leak, contact RestorationNow at 970-460-6007 for indoor home repairs and plumbing and for outdoor work. They cannot guarantee immediate assistance, as it is dependent on the availability of their volunteers.
- If you are a single mother or widow who owns a home with a leak, you can submit a request for assistance with repairs to Be the Gift.
- If you are a low-income resident, contact the Larimer Home Improvement Program at 970-667-3232 for larger home renovation or upgrade projects. They do not do individual toilet repairs.
Did You Know?
Planting shade trees to block unwanted summer sun is a good, long-term approach if you plan to be in your home for many years.
You can save up to 10% on heating bills by using a programmable or smart thermostat to minimize heating when away from home or asleep.
When warm enough, you can save ~50 cents/load by hanging your laundry on a clothesline. Clotheslines are allowed everywhere in Fort Collins.