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Water Meter Information

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  • AMR stands for Automatic Meter Reading. The meter uses a radio frequency signal to transmit the meter read to a receiver that is utilized by the City’s meter reading staff.
    Water Meter Information
  • No. The transmitter is fully compliant with all FCC regulations and will not interfere with any other radio signal.
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  • Yes, if the water meter is located inside your house. Someone will need to provide access to the meter. You will need to make those arrangements with us to have someone at your residence during the appointment slot. No, if the water meter is located outside in a meter pit. We will confirm that water is not being used and proceed with the meter change out.
    Water Meter Information
  • There is no charge for the new meter.
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  • A normal meter replacement will typically take 15-25 minutes, however each location is different taking into consideration the condition of the adjacent plumbing and other conflicting home improvements.
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  • Please call the Customer Service Call Center at 937-333-3550, Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Once the meter is changed out with an Automatic Meter Reading meter, customers can be assured of timely and reliable meter reads resulting in an accurate bill without having to provide access to the meter.
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