Sometimes water doesn’t just go down the drain. It leaks — and you end up footing the bill for water you never used. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that the average household’s leaks can account for more than 10,000 gallons of wasted water every year.
If you’ve opened your statement recently and noticed a sudden spike, you may be wondering how to dispute a high water bill. The good news is, many cities and municipalities recognize that leaks happen, and they often have programs in place to help customers recoup some of the cost.
