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WATER UTILITIES LEAK DETECTION
Although most water leaks can be heard or seen, some are difficult to
detect. If your water bill is unusually high and you are unable to find any noticeable leaks
at faucets, toilets, and outside taps, you can use your water meter to check for leaks.
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To check for leaks using your meter, you will need to know where your water meter
is located and how to read it. Shut off all water taps and water sources inside and outside
your home.
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Open up the water meter box lid, wipe away any dirt, and then open up the meter
lid. If the circle area is moving, (shown in red in the meter above) there is a leak.
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Once you have determined there is a leak, you will need to do some
troubleshooting to determine the cause. One of the most common places where unnoticable leaks
occur is your toilet. Leaking toilets, even a silent leak, will waste from 30 to 500 gallons
of water per day!
If you cannot determine the cause of the leak or if the leak is not easily fixable,
you may need to call a plumber. |
