Pennsylvania American Water Provides Customers with Leak-Saving Tips During Fix a Leak Week 2026

Core Insights - Pennsylvania American Water is promoting water conservation during the U.S. EPA's Fix a Leak Week 2026 by providing practical tips for customers to identify and fix household leaks [1][2] - The company plans to invest over $631 million in 2026 to modernize water and wastewater infrastructure across its service areas [2] - Household leaks are prevalent, affecting about 10% of homes and can waste over 90 gallons of water daily [2] Leak Detection and Prevention - Common leak locations include boiler systems, bathtubs, showers, washing machines, dishwashers, faucets, and toilets [3][7] - A leaky faucet can waste nearly 3,200 gallons of water annually, and toilets can waste water due to defective parts [7] - Customers are encouraged to use American Water's leak-detection kit and monitor their water usage through the MyWater online portal [3] Company Overview - American Water is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility in the U.S., serving approximately 14 million people across 14 states and 18 military installations [5] - Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in Pennsylvania, serving about 2.5 million people [6]