Water Leaks

ARE LEAKS COSTING YOU MONEY?

Here are some water saving tips that can save You money:

  • Repair leaks in the tub, shower, irrigation system, sink or toilet.
  • Install water saving devices.
  • Change your habits.

Did you know?

  • A slow – fast drippy faucet could use 300 - 600 gal/month.
  • A small – large stream drippy faucet could use 2000 - 4000 gal/month.
  • A toilet seal leak could use 2000 gal/month.
  • A toilet that sticks sometimes could use 10,000 gal/month.
  • A toilet that runs until jiggled could use 20,000 gal/month.
  • A toilet that runs constantly could use 100,000 gal/month.

Did you know?

  • Ice machines with valve problems could use 28,000 gal/month.
  • A broken sprinkler head could use 4,000 gal/month.
  • A missing sprinkler head could use 8,000 gal/month.
  • Splash outs from overfilling a swimming pool could use 4,000 gal/month.

Fixing leaks can save you BIG BUCKS.

City of Plant City – Leak Adjustment Policy in part.

If a leak is found on your property, you may be eligible for an adjustment if you meet the required criteria:

  • Use 5,000 gallons of water over the monthly average consumption.
  • Notify the City of Plant City - Utility Billing Department.
  • Provide proof of repair or purchase (plumber’s invoice or part receipt).
  • Fill out an Adjustment Request Form.
  • Adjustments are only given for two consecutive billing periods.

Types of leak adjustment credits: toilet, sink, shower, busted pipe, broken faucet, outside leak and wall leak. Possible credit could include water and or sewer.

We also give credit for new pool fill, pool facelift and pool repairs if it requires more than 5,000 gallons. Customer Service must be contacted 72 hours in advance before the pool is filled, so that the meter can be read. Possible credit would be sewer only.
 

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