Why Does My Water Bill Keep Going Up?

A water bill that climbs month over month with no change in your habits is one of the most common reasons Chapel Hill homeowners call us. In most cases, the cause is a leak you can't see, not a rate increase.

Start With the Meter

With every fixture off, check your water meter. If the dial is still moving, water is flowing somewhere in the system, even if you can't see or hear it.

Common Hidden Culprits

A running toilet flapper is the single most common cause and can waste hundreds of gallons a day silently. Irrigation line leaks and slab leaks under the foundation are the next most common causes we find in this area.

When to Call a Professional

If the meter test confirms a leak but you can't locate it visually, acoustic leak detection equipment can pinpoint the source without tearing into walls or flooring unnecessarily.