INDIANAPOLIS, March 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- On average, a household's leaks can account for more than 10,000 gallons of water wasted every year, equivalent to the amount of water needed to wash 270 loads of laundry, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).(1) In celebration of Fix a Leak Week 2015, Delta Faucet Company, a 2014 WaterSense Manufacturer Partner of the Year, spotlights products and innovations to encourage consumers to become more water efficient and tackle common home leaks.

"As a proud WaterSense(®) partner, Delta Faucet always looks for smart solutions that help consumers address water efficiency in their homes and are easy to install," said Paul Patton, senior research and development and regulatory manager for Delta Faucet Company. "We're encouraging all homeowners to rid their homes of leaks during Fix a Leak Week to conserve water resources and cut down on their water-related expenses."

Delta Faucet suggests a number of key problem areas and solutions for addressing everyday leaks at home: