A submeter measures each unit's water use so the renters pay for what they use. The system makes the billing fair and the habits visible.
The meter
A submeter sits on the unit's line, behind the building's main meter. hard water and humid conditions are common, and many older homes still have aging galvanized lines In Athens-Clarke County, the meter is the fairness tool.
The billing
The landlord bills the unit for the metered use at the utility rate. hard water and humid conditions are common, and many older homes still have aging galvanized lines In Athens-Clarke County, the rate follows the rules.
The fees
The billing can include the sewer share and the service fees. hard water and humid conditions are common, and many older homes still have aging galvanized lines In Athens-Clarke County, the breakdown is the clarity.
The leaks
The unit's leaks show in the unit's bill, and the fix is the saving. hard water and humid conditions are common, and many older homes still have aging galvanized lines In Athens-Clarke County, the leak is the bill's jump.
The reading
The regular reading keeps the billing current and the disputes few. hard water and humid conditions are common, and many older homes still have aging galvanized lines In Athens-Clarke County, the routine is the record.
The rules
The local rules cap the submeter fees and the billing methods. hard water and humid conditions are common, and many older homes still have aging galvanized lines In Athens-Clarke County, the rules are the check.
The call
Bill the water fairly. Call 888-217-3585 and Athens-Clarke County Plumbing Helpers will match you with an Athens-Clarke County pro for the submeter install.
Plumbing in Athens-Clarke County: what to know
In Athens-Clarke County, hard water and humid conditions are common, and many older homes still have aging galvanized lines. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Clarke County — from Athens Clarke County Unified Government, Jefferson and Commerce to ZIP codes like 30602, 30609, 30601 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
Need a hand in Athens-Clarke County?
If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and Athens-Clarke County Plumbing Helpers will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in Athens-Clarke County.