Water Submetering 101: What Every Property Owner Needs to Know

As water costs continue to rise, property owners and managers are searching for efficient ways to cut expenses, streamline operations, and improve tenant satisfaction. Water submetering is the perfect solution. This guide breaks down the basics of submetering and explains why it’s essential for modern property management.

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What is Water Submetering?

Water submetering involves installing individual water meters for each unit in a building, allowing property owners to monitor and bill tenants based on their actual water usage. Unlike traditional master-meter systems, submetering ensures every tenant pays their fair share while giving property owners better control over water costs.

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Top Benefits of Water Submetering for Property Owners

1. Boost Your Bottom Line
   Submetering allows you to pass water costs directly to tenants, cutting expenses and increasing net operating income (NOI).
2. Fair Billing, Happy Tenants
   When tenants are billed only for the water they use, disputes decrease, and tenant satisfaction improves.
3. Early Leak Detection
   Advanced submetering systems, like SimpleSUB Water, provide 24/7 monitoring to detect leaks before they lead to major expenses.
4. Streamlined Property Management
   Automated billing eliminates manual processes, integrates with property management systems, and makes scaling across large portfolios easy.

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How Does Water Submetering Work?

Submetering systems like SimpleSUB Water are easy to install and use:

• Over-the-Pipe Installation: Installs directly onto existing infrastructure, saving time and money.
• Real-Time Monitoring: Tracks water usage for each unit via LTE connectivity.
• Automated Billing: Simplifies utility cost recovery by automating the billing process within the SimpleSUB platform.
• Reliable Performance: Outdoor-rated meters with long battery life (up to 10 years) ensure consistent operation.

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Who Benefits from Submetering?

Water submetering is ideal for multifamily property owners, HOAs, and mobile home parks, especially those managing portfolios with 500+ units. It’s also a smart choice for any property owner looking to improve financial performance and better control water expenses.

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Why Choose SimpleSUB Water?

SimpleSUB Water is an industry leader in submetering, offering features such as:

• Quick installation with minimal disruption
• Market-leading accuracy (±5%)
• 24/7 monitoring and alerts
• Automated billing integration

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FAQs About Water Submetering

Q: What types of properties are best suited for submetering?
A: Submetering works well for multifamily properties, HOAs, mobile home parks, and commercial buildings where fair billing and cost control are priorities.

Q: How hard is it to install submeters?
A: Modern systems like SimpleSUB Water use over-the-pipe designs, making installation quick, affordable, and minimally disruptive.

Q: Does submetering save money?
A: Yes, submetering ensures tenants pay for their own usage, reducing overall water expenses for property owners while increasing NOI.

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Take Control of Your Water Costs Today

Water submetering is a proven way to cut costs, simplify operations, and improve tenant relations. Contact SimpleSUB Water today to learn how our easy-to-install, reliable submetering systems can transform your property management.