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What is MeterSave? 
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MeterSave is a program offered by the City of Chicago Department of Water Management (DWM) to non-metered Chicago homeowners to voluntarily install meters to help them save water and save money.
 
Water charges in non-metered homes are tied to factors such as building size, lot-size and the number of plumbing fixtures. However, metered homes are billed according to actual water usage. This means that with minimal effort, participating homeowners could save money on their water bills. Because customers with metered homes pay only for the water they use, they can save money while at the same time helping to protect Lake Michigan and save water.
 
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Homeowner Incentives  
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Homeowners participating in MeterSave will receive a 7-year guarantee that the home water bill will be no higher than it would have if the meter had not been installed.

Upon installation of the meter, and while supplies last, homeowners will be eligible for the following additional incentives:

  • A rain barrel, or
  • An outdoor water conservation kit
    • A hose timer
    • Rain guage
    • Water restricting hose nozzle
    • Moisture sensor
  • An indoor water conservation kit, or
    • Low flow shower head
    • A shower timer
    • Toilet flapper
    • Leak Detection Tablets
    • Toilet tank bank--a toilet tank water displacement pouch
    • 4-quart fill cycle diverter that helps save water after flushing the toilet
    • Swivel low-flow kitchen aerator
    • Two bathroon sink aerators
    • Teflon tape
    • Water Conservation wheel

And, two of the above incentives if an entire block volunteers!
"I thought it was going to be a difficult and drawn out process. I wasn't even sure it would save me money, but it was easy, quick and painless. Now I pay less and I check the meter frequently to be mindful of water waste."
- Dan F., Lawndale Resident

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[*** Please ensure that such things as boxes, workbenches, furniture or any other item are removed from the area around your water service so that our crews can most easily and quickly access and install your meter.]
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Rahm Emanuel, Mayor		 Department of Water Management Thomas H. Powers, PE Commissioner
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