In 2003 the City of Anacortes changed all the water meters to new
automatic reader meters. With these new meters your water reading is
automatically transmitted once a month to the utility billing
department.
Your water meter can tell you how much water you’re using during a given
time period, and can help you monitor the amount of water you use
indoors and outdoors on a daily basis. It can also help you figure out
how much water each appliance uses, and whether there’s a leak inside or
outside the house. But first you’ll need to learn to read it.
How Do I Read My Meter?
Your water meter can tell you how much water you’re using in a given
period. Simply record the figures shown on one day and then again a day
or week later, and subtract the original reading from the new reading.
To convert cubic feet to gallons, multiply by 7.48. Using the same
process, you can test the amount of water used to take showers or
irrigate your garden. Turn off all water inside and outside the house,
read the meter, then run sprinklers; take a new reading.
Our meters come with a leak detector—a small red knob located at the
bottom right corner of the meter, which rotates when any amount of water
is used. If the triangle rotates even when all the water is turned off,
there’s a leak somewhere.
How Do I Know What Size Meter I Have?
To find out what size meter you have, just look at the face of the meter
and under the number counter will be the size of your meter. For
example, the ones in the photos are 5/8th inch meters.Why Are
There Different Size Meters?
The size of the meter installed at your house was determined by the
contractor who built the house and is based on how many water fixtures
you have.
Where Is My Water Meter Located?
Most water meters are located in in-ground concrete boxes near the
street curb. To expose the gauge, carefully remove the cover.
What If I Have A Question About My Water Bill?
If you have a question about your water bill please call the Utility Billing Clerk at (360) 293-1909 or visit City Hall
at 904 6th Street.
What If I Have A Problem With My Meter Or Water?
If there is a problem with your meter or with your water quality, please
call the City Operations Shop at 293-1921. |
