North Glengarry's residential water is on a metered system, billed every two months, and commercial billed every month.
If 30m³ is exceeded, the following overage charges will apply:
- $1.94/m³(water)
- $1.10/m³ (sewer)
Residential Water Rate for 30m³ of water is:
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$141.56/per 2 months
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Residential Sewer Rate for 30m³ of sewage is
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$72.44/per 2 months
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Water meters track water usage and ensure customers are billed accurately. Every household, business and facility located within municipal boundaries and connected to the water distribution system is equipped with a water meter.
The North Glengarry Water Works Department maintains the water meter providing you take precautions not to damage it. It is illegal to tamper with a water meter and residents cannot change water meters themselves, to ensure billing system integrity is maintained.
Residents will be notified by phone or letter when their meter is malfunctioning, or if billing inconsistencies are observed, as a service appointment is required to inspect, verify and repair potential problems. Some common causes of leaks are:
Possible Cause of Leak |
Intermittent Leak |
Continuous Leak |
Outside faucet, garden or sprinkler system leaking |
X |
X |
Toilet valve not sealed properly |
X |
X |
Toilet running |
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Faucet in kitchen or bathroom leaking |
X |
X |
Ice maker leaking |
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X |
Soaker hose in use |
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X |
Leak between the water meter and the house |
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X |
Washing machine leaking |
X |
X |
Dishwasher leaking |
X |
X |
Hot water heater leaking |
|
X |
Watering yard for more than 8 hrs |
X |
X |
Continuous pet feeder |
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X |
Water-cooled air conditioner or heat pump |
X |
X |
Filling a swimming pool |
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X |
Any continuous use of water for 24 hrs |
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X |