Thursday's Tip, Fix a Leak Outdoors

Editor's Note: The following is a press release from Nancy Fyler, Water Conservation at the in Canton:

If you have an in-ground irrigation system, check it each spring before use to make sure it wasn't damaged by frost or freezing. Or hire a WaterSense irrigation partner to inspect it for you. These professionals have passed a certification program focused on water efficiency. They will not only help you detect and correct leaks in the system, but also maximize its efficiency.

Finally, check your garden hose for leaks at its connection to the spigot. If it leaks while you run your hose, replace the nylon or rubber hose washer and ensure a tight connection to the spigot using pipe tape and a wrench.