How do you winterize a water meter?
How do you winterize a water meter?
Use enough insulation to cover the meter and make contact with the sides of the pit. Open the meter pit during extreme cold only if necessary to turn water off. Close the lid as quickly as possible, as cold air can freeze the meter.
How can I protect my water meter?
Locate the meter in a place that is heated and out of the wind and weather (like a basement or crawl space). If the meter or water lines are not in a properly heated area, wrap your meter with insulation and wrap your water lines with insulation and/or heat tape (available at local hardware stores.)
What is a water pit meter?
A water meter pit is a below ground chamber or pit, found in the water service chain, in between a water main and a residence or business that houses a water meter assembly, used for localities to periodically read the amount of water usage for billing purposes.
Will a water meter freeze?
Water pipes and meters can freeze within hours of the onset of sub-freezing weather—if they’re exposed to cold air or drafts. Property owners—not Aquarion—are responsible for protecting their water pipes and water meters (interior or exterior) from cold air and wind.
Do I need to cover water meter for freeze?
Cold winter temperatures could cause them to freeze. Insulating your meter is a simple way to protect it. The easiest way to insulate a water meter is with a specially made cover. If you’re not sure what kind to purchase, check with a plumbing supplier.
What happens if your water meter freezes?
If your meter freezes: Water utilities will replace outside water meters. It is their responsibility. Water meters located inside or outside homes and buildings may freeze when temperatures fall below freezing.
How does a meter pit work?
Meter pits are manholes or vaults that house the meters and protect them from the elements. In the Town of Basalt, most of the meter pits are installed in the older sections of town. Most residences have a water meter inside their home connected to a remote reading device located outside of the building.
How do I protect my water pipes from freezing?
Tips to help prevent pipes from freezing
- Insulate pipes. Pipe insulation in your home’s crawl spaces and attic helps even if you live in a climate where freezing is uncommon.
- Use heat tape or heat cables.
- Seal leaks.
- Secure outdoor hoses, valves and faucets.
- Let water drip.
- Adjust the thermostat.
- Open cabinet doors.