Why Your Water Bill May Go Up in the Summer

May 29

Have you noticed your water bill going up during the summer?

Some increase may be normal. Families often use more water in hot weather. But a big jump in your bill may be a sign of a plumbing problem.

Here are a few common reasons your water bill may rise in the summer.

Outdoor Water Use Increases

In the summer, people often use more water outside.

This can include:

Outdoor water use can add up quickly.

A small outdoor leak can be easy to miss.

Since the leak is outside, you may not notice it right away. But if a hose or faucet drips all day, it can waste a lot of water.

Check outdoor faucets for dripping. Also check hose connections for leaks while the water is running.

A running toilet is one of the most common reasons for a higher water bill.

Sometimes the toilet keeps running after you flush. Other times, the leak is quiet and harder to notice.

Signs of a toilet problem include:

A running toilet may seem small, but it can waste a lot of water over time.

During summer, kids may be home from school. Family may visit. People may shower more often after being outside.

That means more toilet flushes, laundry, showers, and dishwashing.

Extra use can raise your bill, but it can also reveal plumbing problems that were already there.

If your bill goes up and you cannot explain why, there may be a hidden leak.

Look under sinks, around toilets, near the water heater, and outside around the home.

Wet spots, soft flooring, moldy smells, or water stains can all be warning signs.

A higher summer water bill does not always mean something is wrong. But it is worth checking.

If your bill jumps suddenly, or you notice leaks, running toilets, or low water pressure, it may be time to call a plumber.

Economy Plumbing can help homeowners in High Point and nearby areas find leaks and fix plumbing problems before they become more costly.