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If you suspect you have a leak and do not see water running, here are some steps you can take to track down the potential leak:

Walk along the water line going to your house in your yard. Look for these physical signs of a leak…

• Grass that is greener than other areas
• Bleached out grass.
• A puddle (even a small one) when it should be dry.
• Grass that is taller or more lush than other areas
• Spongy ground

All of these signifies a possible leak and should be addressed immediately to avoid high water bills! Green Taylor Water District offers its customers a once-a-year leak adjustment, providing that the customer has been reading their meter, and the leak has been fixed. Call the office and we will be happy to assist you!

If you suspect you have a leak, follow these steps to try to find it:

• Find your meter.
• Open the lid to your meter.
• Clean dirt and/or debris off the register
• Watch your meter for 5 minutes to see if a black triangle or red circle is turning.
• If it is turning, check to make sure no faucets are on in the house.
• Turn off any valves that are going to any barns or outbuildings to isolate leak.
• Go back and check the meter to see if it is still turning after you shut each valve off until the meter stops turning.

You have successfully found the leak! Take steps to fix the leak as soon as possible and be sure to call our office to see if you qualify for a leak adjustment.

Green Taylor Water District uses several makes and models of water meters to measure and accurately account for the water used by our customers. All have a meter register that looks very much like the odometer in your car and has six or seven digits to be read. These meter readings are read in tens, hundreds or thousands of gallons. The billing system is programmed to take these meter readings and calculate the correct water usage in thousands of gallons. When reading your meter, it is important to include any “fixed zeros” to the right of the movable numbers. The meter reading in the example below is 105,310 gallons.

Indoor Conservation Tips

• Fix leaks, including leaky toilets.
• Install high-efficiency toilets, aerators on bathroom faucets, and water-efficient shower heads.
• Take shorter (5-minute) showers.
• Track your water bill and meter to curtail water use.
• Turn off water when brushing teeth or shaving.
• Use dishwashers and washing machines with full loads only.

Outdoor Conservation Tips

• Plant drought-tolerant/resistant plants and trees.
• Recycle indoor water to use on plants.
• Refrain from watering your home landscape when it rains.
• Replace your grass/turf with water-wise plants.
• Use a broom to clean driveways, patios, and sidewalks instead of water from a hose.
• Water your outdoor landscape earlier in the day when temperatures are cooler.

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