Fixing Water Leaks
Detecting Leaks
If your water bill suddenly increases, but you haven't changed the way you use water, chances are you have a leak within your property. Leaks can waste several or even hundreds of gallons a day, so it's good preventive maintenance to check for leaks within your property once or twice a year. If you would like to use your water meter to help you detect leaks, please visit our
Reading Your Water Meter page.
Turning Off Your Water
If you need to turn off your water for repairs or because of a leak, turn it off at the shut off near your house. Do not turn it off at the meter. If your house does not have a shut off, call your water retailer so that a water technician can be sent to turn off the water for you. To look up your water retailer, please visit our
water retailer look up tool.
Free Water Conservation Audits
If you live in Santa Clara County and would like to have a trained technician help you find leaks and give you advice on improving water efficiency at your home, visit the websites below or call the phone numbers below to set up an appointment.