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Ask Florence to check unexplained high water use

If your Florence water bill jumps and you do not know why, the City will send someone out at no charge to assess it.

Steps

3 steps
  1. Check for drips and extra wateringA dripping faucet, running toilet or extra summer watering can raise your bill a lot.
  2. Call Utility Billing for an assessmentSay your bill went up and you do not know why. The City sends someone out at no charge and reports its findings.
  3. Hire a plumber for repairsThe City does not repair pipes or water lines. A suspected leak needs a plumber.

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