Why High Water Bills and Sewer Charges Are Draining Your Business
You've probably seen that inexplicable spike in your commercial water and sewer bill. The numbers just don't add up. You've implemented efficiency measures, but still, the bill is high. The truth is, for commercial properties, high water bills are often a result of hidden leaks and a misunderstanding of sewer charges. It's not just wasted water; it's wasted money slipping through the cracks of an outdated billing model. The Silent Culprit: Unseen Leaks and Evaporation When you think of high water bills , you might suspect a leak, and you're often right. Commercial properties with complex irrigation or plumbing systems are prone to sneaky, underground leaks that can go unnoticed for months, wasting thousands of gallons. But there's another, more surprising culprit: evaporation . Utility companies charge sewer rates based on the water entering your building, assuming about 90% of it returns as sewage. But if you have cooling towers, irrigation, or industr...