If you want to find yours, look for a round or rectangular metal cover near the curb, usually marked “Water” or with the city’s logo. Pop it open gently—you’ll see a plastic or brass dome with numbers.
A quick note: that lid can be heavy, and sometimes spiders live there. So maybe bring a flashlight and a brave friend. But once you see those numbers, you’ll feel like you’ve discovered a tiny treasure map.
Own your home? You own that metre. Rent? It’s the utility company’s, but you can still read it to check your own water usage. It’s like knowing the secret recipe to your bill.
