At the Portland Water Bureau, administrators are proposing an 11 percent hike instead of a 14.4 percent increase. Increasing water rates in any city water system brings all the more importance…
One Cubic Foot of water equals 7.48 gallons. The average bathtub holds 4-8 cubic feet of water. A dishwasher uses about 2 cubic feet per cycle. A 10 minute shower…
Several years ago I had some leaking underground water pipes on my property. I quickly became intrigued with technologies that are able to detect and locate hidden underground plastic pipes & water leaks.…
Most Pressure Reduction Valves (PRV’s) will make a high pitched noise when water is flowing through it. If you are trying to locate a buried PRV, first turn on a…
The concept of tracer gas leak detection is to trace escaped gases that exist at a low concentration in the atmosphere. When higher (tracer gas) concentrations are introduced into a…
Signs of underground leaks include: Unusually wet spots in landscaped areas and/or water pooling on the ground surface. An area that is green, moldy, soft, or mossy surrounded by drier…
Most water meters calculate water volume in cubic feet. If your meter shows cubic feet and water is moving through it by evidence of the leak detector spinning….follow these steps…
Unattended water leaks can be costly and since sewer rates are predicated on water consumption, it’s a good idea to consider this additional cost when it comes to leaks. See…
It’s always a good idea to check your home’s pressurized water system for leaks on a periodic basis. Unwanted water leaks left uncorrected can lead to higher water bills, potentially…
