How to read your water meter and detect hidden leaks.
Meter location near front boundary in a concrete or plastic pit.
Analogue meters show kilolitres in black numbers and litres in red.
Digital meters have LCD displays.
Leak detection test: turn off all water fixtures, note the meter reading, wait 30 minutes, check again.
If the reading changed you have a leak.
To isolate indoor vs outdoor leaks turn off the internal stop valve and repeat.
Common hidden leak locations include toilets, under-slab pipes, hot water relief valves, and flexible braided hoses.
Sydney Water may offer a leak allowance on your bill if repaired by a licensed plumber..