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Scotts Valley Water District - Leak Detection
Leak Detection

WaterSmart
Customers can use the WaterSmart portal to view their water use and set up unusual usage and high bill alerts thanks to the District's i-meter program. WaterSmart can be used to see when a leak started, stopped or got worse. Correlating the data with water-using activities can help find the source of the issue. Sign up today!


Leaks can be costly! Follow these easy steps to help you find the source of the most common leaks within your home and property. 

Service Line - How to Find a Leak in the Service Line
Locate your water meter, remove the lid and check the water meter to see if it is moving. Keep in mind you may have to wait 15 minutes or longer to see the meter move if the leak is small. If it is moving, turn the house valve off. Now go back to the meter — if it stops moving, it is likely the water is flowing indoors, or past the house valve. If the meter continues to move, the possible leak is likely in the service line or irrigation system — whatever is between the meter and that valve.

Toilets - How to Find a Leak in the Toilet
These silent leaks often go undetected because they are not seen or heard and can leak up to 200 gallons a day. Use food coloring or toilet leak detector dye strips to determine if the toilet is leaking. Free leak detector dye strips are available for pick up at the District Office. 

Irrigation System - How to Check your Sprinklers for Overspray & Other Issues  
Look for puddling or water flow around sprinkler heads and valves and listen for noisy valves when the irrigation system is off. For further assistance with detecting leaks and making repairs to your irrigation system, contact a licensed irrigation specialist.

Swimming Pools - Swimming Pool Leaks | 5 Areas Your Pool Can Leak
If you are regularly adding more than 2” of water to your pool per week, look for malfunctioning equipment, – especially the filter, pump, heater, pipe valves and broken lines. Check for wet areas around the pool and sunken/eroding areas. For further assistance with detecting leaks and making repairs to your pool or spa, contact a licensed swimming pool service.

Faucets 
Check faucets, hose bibs, and water connections under sinks for signs of leaks such as continuous drips and trickles of water.

The District is unable to provide troubleshooting assistance or repair services on private property.