HOW TO DO A METER TEST FOR HIGH WATER BILL

The Meter Test is a great gauge when it comes to potential leaks in water lines as well as a preventative measure that you can take to minimize water loss and damage when it comes to your home.

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  1. Conduct this test for 30 minutes, during which time no water is being used on the property.

  2. Find your water meter

  3. Check triangle or star-shaped leak indicator for movement. If it spins, this indicates a possible leak on a water line. Proceed to Step 4.

  4. Write down the numbers indicated on the meter at the start of this test.

  5. Return to check the meter reading in 30 minutes.

  6. If the numbers did not change, you don’t have a leak in your pressurized water system. If the numbers have changed, continue with the following steps.

  7. Shut off the valves under every toilet in the house and repeat steps 1-4.

  8. If the numbers have not changed, you may have a running toilet. Many times this can be remedied by replacing the leaky flapper assembly and/or the fill and flush valves.

  9. . If the number has changed, this indicates water consumption even though water was not being used during the test. You may need a leak detection assessment.

 

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