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A concerned homeowner recently shared her predicament on social media, expressing her confusion and worry over the water department’s insistence on entering her house to change the water meter. The woman, whose husband is currently in the hospital, is perplexed as to why the water department needs to access the interior of her home when the water meter is located outside. She is seeking clarification and advice, while also dealing with the stress of her husband’s health situation.
Answers from Social Media
Several social media users responded to her query, providing explanations and suggestions. One user explained that a water meter consists of two parts – a flow meter and a gauge. While the gauge is located outside, the flow meter is situated inside the house, next to the shutoff valve. The water department needs to replace the entire assembly, which requires access to the shutoff valve inside the house…