HOW TO READ YOUR METER
WHY SHOULD I READ MY METER?
You can monitor your own water use and check for leaks. We recommend you read your water meter regularly and record readings on a monthly basis. Over time, you will be able to predict your average monthly water use.
LOCATING YOUR METER
Most water meters are located in the front of the house, usually near the curb or sidewalk. The meter is located inside of a rectangular box that lies flush with the ground, often near other utilities. Keep landscaping and other obstructions clear.
READING YOUR METER
To read your meter visually, use a large screwdriver and lift up the meter box’s lid.
• Warning! Spiders, bugs and/or rodents are sometimes found in meter boxes.
• Water meters are read in units of cubic feet (CF). Your meter will indicate the units used.
• Read the meter from left to right.
• Record the number. In 30 days, check the number again. Subtract the first reading from the second to determine your water consumption for the past month.
TRANSLATING YOUR READING INTO GALLONS
• If your water meter reads in cubic feet, multiply the recorded number by 7.48.
WATER LEAK DETECTION
The triangular-shaped low flow indicator visibly rotates when you are using water. You can use this low flow indicator feature as an investigative tool. If all faucets, spigots and other water consumption devices are turned off both inside and outside your home, and the low flow indicator is rotating, you may have a water leak. If you can’t locate the leak, please contact a plumber or San Antonio Water Company for assistance.
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