Check the water lines under sinks and toilets
The small hoses that feed each toilet and faucet wear out, so look for drips, kinks or corrosion and gently turn each shutoff valve to make sure it still stops the water.
- Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- How often
- Every 6 months

If you skip it
A toilet leak typically does $2,000 to $10,000 in damage, and faulty supply lines cause 44% of water damage from sinks.
$2,000–$10,000
typical cost if it goes wrong
Source: portal.ct.gov
How do I check the water lines under my sinks and toilets?
Clark, Haven's home assistant, walks you through it for your home. Haven keeps it on your list and reminds you each time it’s due.
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