Water meters deteriorate with normal wear and tear during their life. The new meters will reduce read times and more accurately measure water usage. If your existing water meter has been under registering the volume of water used at your property, your water consumption may appear to increase. The amount charged for gallons of water consumed will not increase as a result of the water meter replacement program. The only difference is that your actual usage will be more accurately measured. There is no cost to the homeowner for the water meter replacement. Water meters must be accessible for the city crews and installation will take less than an hour. In most cases, this replacement can be done without entering a home. Water customers with indoor meters will be contacted by a City representative to schedule an appointment for installation. After meter replacement you may notice an air pocket when your faucet is initially turned on; this is temporary and will disappear within seconds of use.