Finding Leaks

Reading your water meter can help you to find leaks. If your water bill goes up, but you haven't changed the way you use water, chances are you have a leak. Leaks can waste several or even hundreds of gallons of water per day, so it's good to check for leaks at least once or twice each year.

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 valve near your house. Do not turn it off at the meter.

If your house does not have a shut-off valve, call your water retailer so that a water technician can be sent to turn off the water for you. Look up your water retailer.

Water Wise Programs

Valley Water Free Water Saving Devices

To request water saving items, call the Santa Clara Valley Water District's water conservation hotline at (408) 630-2554 or go to the Valley Water Shopping Cart to get items shipped to you for free. Santa Clara County residents can request a do-it-yourself items to evaluate indoor water use, including dye tablets to test toilets for leaks. You can also call (408) 630-2554 to schedule an inspection.

For Customers of San Jose Water Company

Learn more about the Water Audit Program or call: (408) 279-7900