Leaks Are A Silent Threat

COMMENTARY

• Water is the largest energy consumer in Arizona due to the power needed to move it
• Detection is challenging because many leaks are hidden underground or inside plumbing
• Estimating water bills vary with local rates, family size and irrigation needs
• Leak detection saves money and resources

CALLER

• Matt asks is there a way to estimate what his water bill should be? He’s had stable bills but suddenly it increased exponentially and can’t figure out what happened

PinPoint’s Property Survey

COMMENTARY

• Property survey isolates water usage by zones: Yard, Home & Pool
• Survey identifies where leaks may exist without actual detection
• Sonar equipment is used for pool leak detection listening for water leaks in plumbing leaks
• Pool repair requires precise cutting, reinforcing and matching pool material
• City of Scottsdale provides detailed water usage reports and leak alerts that aid conservation

Takeaways

COMMENTARY

• Small and fractions of a gallon per hour can cause significant water waste
• Smart water meters give real time data that aid in early leak detection
• Sub-meters can be installed on specific water lines to track usage
• Landscaping and pools account for the majority of water bills