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Your home or building has a City-owned water meter that measures the total amount of water used on your property. The City uses that meter for billing purposes.
A water sub-meter lets you measure water consumption by the minute so you can find leaks, inefficient plumbing fixtures and other water-wasting activities. When you understand how water is being used, you can fix problems, reduce consumption and save money on your water bill.
Your rebate will be applied to the water portion of your Guelph Hydro/Alectra bill within 10 weeks of approval.
To qualify for a rebate, sub-meters must meet or exceed American Water Works Association (AWWA) and NSF International standards (NSF/ANSI 61).
Rebates for homeowners (up to six units)
Please read the Terms and Conditions for water sub-meter rebates for homeowners before submitting your application. Rebates are limited to $100 per residential unit or household. Please complete the application form below.
Rebates for multi-residential buildings (six or more units)
Multi-residential properties must have at least seven units, each using an average of 130 m3 of water per year, and have a licensed plumber install permanent water sub-meters. Rebates are limited to $100 per residential unit up to a maximum of 100 units ($10,000). Please read the Terms and Conditions for water sub-meter rebates for multi-residential properties before submitting your application.
Frequently asked questions
Why should I use a sub-meter?
Water sub-meters can notify you about leaks before they cause damage and identify water-wasting activities at home.
For example, if a toilet valve gets stuck, a sub-meter will detect running water and can send an alert to your phone. A leak like this can cost more than $30 worth of water per day.
How does a water sub-meter work?
There are two types of sub-meters. The first type will attach on top of your existing water meter and is called an add-on meter. The second type is installed directly into your plumbing system and is called an in-line meter.
Most sub-meters let you monitor water use from your phone or computer. Some can shut your water off automatically if a possible leak is detected. Talk with your insurance provider to learn about possible discounts for customers who own a water sub-meter.
Who can apply for a sub-meter rebate?
Property owners in Guelph who are connected to the municipal water supply, have a City of Guelph water account, and install at least one water sub-meter are eligible for a rebate.
When can I expect the rebate?
Your rebate will be applied to the water portion of your Guelph Hydro/Alectra bill within 10 weeks of approval.
Where can I get a sub-meter?
Water sub-meters are available online at select hardware stores. The City of Guelph does not endorse retailers, products or services. To qualify for a rebate, sub-meters must meet or exceed American Water Works Association (AWWA) and NSF International standards (NSF/ANSI 61).
List of known water sub-meters
Add-on meters that attach to your existing water meter
Meters installed directly into your plumbing system
For more information
Blue Built Home
519-822-1260 extension 2116
[email protected]