With the advent of summer, household water consumption is gradually rising, and water bill increases are the norm. However, last month's water bill in my house was unusually high, which made me suspicious. After careful inspection by the master, the problem finally surfaced - it turned out to be the fault of the water meter.
The master's reminder reminded me that there are some problems with the water meter, even if there is no water at home, the water meter may turn silently, causing the water bill to rise quietly.
First and foremost, the quality of the water meter is crucial. Poor quality water meters can also move around on their own without using water, and it is not uncommon to overcount 3-5 cubic meters of water per month. In this case, we should actively contact the original manufacturer of the property or water meter for inspection and identification, and once the problem is confirmed, we must replace the meter with a new one in time. Especially if you live in a rented house, you need to be more vigilant about this.
Secondly, the service life of the water meter is generally 4-6 years. Continuing to use beyond this period will not only lead to a decrease in the accuracy of the metering, but also increase the wear and tear inside the meter, which in turn will make the meter go faster. Therefore, it is recommended that you replace the water meter with a new meter in time when its service life expires to ensure the accuracy of measurement.
High-rise residents also face the problem of unstable water pressure when it comes to water use. In the process of secondary water supply, due to the fluctuation of water pressure, the moment you turn off the faucet, the water pressure in the pipe will rise rapidly, which may cause the water meter to rotate under the action of inertia. Installing a check valve is an effective solution to this problem. The check valve prevents the water from flowing backwards, thus solving the problem of water pressure causing the water meter to rotate.
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In addition, if the flush port gasket in the toilet tank is not tightly sealed, it will also cause water to slowly seep into the toilet, resulting in a loss of water bills. At this time, we need to take out the gasket and clean up the rust to ensure the tightness of the tank. At the same time, it is equally important to pay attention to the leakage problem of the toilet storage tank, and pay attention to whether the water outlet floats in place and whether the water level in the tank is too high.
Friends who have water purifiers at home should also pay attention. If the water purifier is equipped with an automatic flushometer, if the control system fails, it may continue to discharge water, causing the water meter to rotate. At this time, we can install a control valve on the drain pipe, change the automatic flushing to manual operation, or contact the water purifier company for repair.
Finally, if the pipe behind the meter is long and partially unused for a long time, air may accumulate in the pipe. This air causes water to flow back and forth in the pipes under water pressure, which in turn causes the water meter to fluctuate. In order to solve this problem, we can first close the valve in front of the meter, open all the faucets to release the remaining water, and then open the tap water valve to drain the water for 1-2 minutes to drain the air in the pipe. Alternatively, install an exhaust valve and use it everywhere in your home where there is a faucet to ensure that the air in the ducts is thoroughly discharged.
In short, once we find that the speed of the water meter is abnormal or the water bill is rising abnormally, we should quickly find the cause and take corresponding measures. By solving the problem in a timely manner, we can avoid unnecessary water bills and ensure that domestic water use is economical and reasonable.