Philadelphia - Very High Water Bill due to line leak - Any Recommendation?

[Abhay Dhingra]

Hi,

I just acquired a duplex in philadelphia and got a $1000 water bill. Post preliminary investigation from sources, it seems (not confirmed) there is leak in ground. Any investors in Philadelphia who have dealt with a similar problem and have recommended next steps or contractor who can test in water line to identify leak area and suggest working with water department? Is there interim relief that can be filed with the Water department while this is being investigate ? 

Any specific help / contacts is much appreciated.

[Alan Asriants]

How recently did you purchase the property? Is anyone living there? Can you shut off water?

Talk to Phila Water Dept directly about this issue.

If you purchased it recently and randomly got a bill for that amount, it is likely the title company had an estimated reading and not an actual reading of the water meter. This discrepancy often results in usage higher than what is reported by the meter. This happens pretty often