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Originally Posted by SouthOfTheBorder
This had to be a bill based on estimates. Not possible for the water company to read your meter, prepare a bill and get it to you, all on the same day.
We had some of the same (estimated) water bill issues right after we moved into our new home.
Is this a new home or resale?
If resale, what has the history been?
How are you sure the irrigation system is only running 2 times a week?
What size lot?
Water leaks are not uncommon in new homes. Both irrigation and inside.
We had a potable water leak 3 years after moving in. At a joint in the meter box. Not evident from the outside. Water bill went to 4x in one billing period.
Why would the water company lie to you?
There are many factors that impact your “water” bill.
If you are now living in your home you can periodically check both meters to see what your actual usage is.
You concerns are understandable and should be easy to get answered. Don’t be too discouraged, it will get worked out.
Enjoy the TV lifestyle. 
Don |
Thank you Don. A resale home, not a big lot. I called them when I saw 11,190 gallons on my bill. She said, yes, it's low and normal even though I told her no one lived there. And this was only 15 days and I did not even flush a toilet there after closing. My neighbor is great. After I told her she went to check for any leaks and found none. Her consumption for 30 days was about 12,000 gallons which was on a high side for her.
The superior was supposed to call me. Did not get a call back today. Will see about the near future. Keeping optimism
