How Much Is That Leak Costing You? (City of Round Rock Water Rates)
Most online drip calculators use a generic national water rate and ignore sewer. This one uses the City of Round Rock tiered water schedule, and it flags the winter sewer impact specific to Round Rock billing, because a leak running November through February can raise your sewer rate for the rest of the year.
Leak Cost Calculator — City of Round Rock Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a dripping faucet cost per year in Round Rock TX?
A faucet dripping at 60 drips per minute wastes roughly 5,400 gallons per year. At Round Rock Tier 1 rates that adds about $14 per year. If your household already uses over 10,000 gallons per month and the drip pushes you into Tier 2 at $3.63 per 1,000 gallons, the cost is higher. Use the calculator above to see your exact tier.
Does Round Rock have tiered water pricing?
Yes. The City of Round Rock uses a five-tier volumetric schedule for the 5/8-inch residential meter. Tier 1 covers 0 to 10,000 gallons at $2.57 per 1,000, then the rate steps up through Tier 5 at $7.96 per 1,000 gallons for usage over 34,000 gallons per month.
Does a winter leak raise my Round Rock sewer bill?
Yes. Round Rock bills residential sewer using a winter average of your water consumption in November, December, January, and February. A leak during those months raises that average and increases your sewer charge at $3.21 per 1,000 gallons for the following 12 months.
Can I get a leak adjustment on my Round Rock utility bill?
The City of Round Rock offers a Leak Adjustment program for customers who have fixed a confirmed leak. You can submit a request at roundrocktexas.gov. An invoice or plumber documentation showing the repair is typically required.