Ranch Club Water Bill

SamSpade · 03-10-2004, 11:21 AM

Ok, I got my first bill in the Ranch Club since they began metering the water. I expected they'd probably hike the price on me, and I was right. But I looked at it closely....

They showed that charges increase per 1000 gallons used. The highest category was 4000+, where the cost was 28 dollars (and after than, a certain charge per 1000 gallons).

What surprised me was, not only was I in the highest category - 4000 gallons - but it was *EXACTLY* 4000 gallons.

Now maybe I shouldn't admit this, but I sure don't use much water. I don't wash my truck - not ever - and I haven't watered my lawn. I don't wash my clothes but a couple times a month, and I hate to admit this, but I don't shower every day. either. I don't use the can much at home, using it mostly at work.

That doesn't leave much for needing to *average* 133 gallons a DAY to reach 4000 gallons.

What the heck is going on here? I smell a rip-off.

*RoseRed* ^(Premo) · 03-10-2004, 11:23 AM

leaky underground pipes?

*DoWhat* ^(Premo) · 03-10-2004, 11:23 AM

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Originally posted by SamSpade
Ok, I smell a rip-off.

Probably because you don't shower enough.

SamSpade · 03-10-2004, 11:26 AM

Doubt it.

I have two theories. One is, I'm getting the time period wrong. It's a monthly bill, but there's no indication of periodicity for the water.

The other is, they really have no clue regarding the actual start point for the meters, since it was reported recently they had to be fixed since they were all installed BACKWARDS. So they're guessing. They're charging the highest amount, because once they have real figures, their numbers will drop, and they'll lose money.

Elle · 03-10-2004, 11:28 AM

Co-worker got her bill and it's actually been $4-5 cheaper the last 2 months (compared to the flat $20 rate). Don't know why yours is soo high.

SamSpade · 03-10-2004, 11:29 AM

My suspicion is raised because it is *EXACTLY* 4000 gallons. Even with a leaky pipe, what are the chances?

Ponytail · 03-10-2004, 11:36 AM

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Originally posted by SamSpade
My suspicion is raised because it is *EXACTLY* 4000 gallons. Even with a leaky pipe, what are the chances?

They round it to the nearest 10 gallons. Go out with a pair of channel locks or vice grips, and take the cover off the water meter. Make sure that you have NO water running in the house. I suggest shutting off the the main shutoff valve in your house...if it isn't too old. if you've never done that before, it may start to leak on you.

Look at the meter and see if the red arrow is spinning. if it is, you've got a leak. it should not move at all if you've got nothing running in the house.

I was lucky...I found my leak a few months before they started charging for water. I used 20,000 gallons in 2 months.

*Pete* ^(Premo) · 03-10-2004, 01:35 PM

Did your dog eat the pipe?

*RoseRed* ^(Premo) · 03-10-2004, 01:36 PM

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Originally posted by Pete
Did your dog eat the pipe?

prolly

Vince · 03-10-2004, 02:44 PM

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Originally posted by RoseRed
prolly

PT's dog will eat anything!

03-10-2004, 11:21 AM	#1 (permalink)
SamSpade Registered User Member Since: May 2003 Posts: 6,006	Ranch Club Water Bill Ok, I got my first bill in the Ranch Club since they began metering the water. I expected they'd probably hike the price on me, and I was right. But I looked at it closely.... They showed that charges increase per 1000 gallons used. The highest category was 4000+, where the cost was 28 dollars (and after than, a certain charge per 1000 gallons). What surprised me was, not only was I in the highest category - 4000 gallons - but it was EXACTLY 4000 gallons. Now maybe I shouldn't admit this, but I sure don't use much water. I don't wash my truck - not ever - and I haven't watered my lawn. I don't wash my clothes but a couple times a month, and I hate to admit this, but I don't shower every day. either. I don't use the can much at home, using it mostly at work. That doesn't leave much for needing to average 133 gallons a DAY to reach 4000 gallons. What the heck is going on here? I smell a rip-off.
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03-10-2004, 11:23 AM	#2 (permalink)
RoseRed ^(Premo) American Beauty Member Since: Mar 2001 Location: My own private Idaho Posts: 50,881	leaky underground pipes? __________________ Oysters are nasty. If I want a fried loogie, I'll spit in a frying pan.
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03-10-2004, 11:26 AM	#4 (permalink)
SamSpade Registered User Member Since: May 2003 Posts: 6,006	Doubt it. I have two theories. One is, I'm getting the time period wrong. It's a monthly bill, but there's no indication of periodicity for the water. The other is, they really have no clue regarding the actual start point for the meters, since it was reported recently they had to be fixed since they were all installed BACKWARDS. So they're guessing. They're charging the highest amount, because once they have real figures, their numbers will drop, and they'll lose money.
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03-10-2004, 11:28 AM	#5 (permalink)
Elle Happy Camper! Member Since: Sep 2002 Posts: 9,088	Co-worker got her bill and it's actually been $4-5 cheaper the last 2 months (compared to the flat $20 rate). Don't know why yours is soo high. __________________ A dream is a wish your heart makes when you are fast asleep Have a heart - Foster the Future
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03-10-2004, 11:29 AM	#6 (permalink)
SamSpade Registered User Member Since: May 2003 Posts: 6,006	My suspicion is raised because it is EXACTLY 4000 gallons. Even with a leaky pipe, what are the chances?
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03-10-2004, 01:35 PM	#8 (permalink)
Pete ^(Premo) Simply magnificent Member Since: Jan 2003 Location: Hollywood Posts: 43,614	Did your dog eat the pipe? __________________ I am never wrong. ~George Will
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