Southeast side couple gets $900 water bill, city says no one can check meter until December

The Brief

  • The Watson’s say their water bill averages around $120.
  • Their water usage shot up drastically in July and August, leaving them with a water bill, at one point, exceeding a thousand dollars, and they don’t understand why.
  • Two plumbers have inspected, and Socorro says no leaks were uncovered.

HOUSTON “I can’t afford $900. Not for no water,” said Socorro Watson.

Houston couple hit with $900 water bill, says there is confusion

Most people can’t afford a $900 water bill. The Watson’s say their water bill averages around $120.

Socorro says they don’t do laundry at home or wash vehicles at home.

Their water usage shot up drastically in July and August, leaving them with a water bill, at one point, exceeding a thousand dollars, and they don’t understand why.

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