Massive Water Bill Shock: Ottawa Homeowner's $1,547 Surprise

Ottawa Man Receives $1,547 Water Bill After Undetected Toilet Leak An Ottawa resident, Paul Malouin, recently received a significant shock: a water bill totaling $1,547.14. The culprit? A slow, undetected leak from his toilet. The leak went unnoticed for several weeks, accumulating a substantial amount of water usage. "I thought if there was a problem, I would have had a flood, a pool sitting somewhere," Malouin stated, expressing his surprise at the unexpected bill. A plumber interviewed in the video explained that even seemingly small leaks can add up to significant costs. He noted that toilet issues are fairly common and that a constantly running toilet is similar to leaving a tap running for extended periods. The City of Ottawa offers a "water monthly usage alert" program designed to notify residents of unusually high water consumption. However, Malouin was not enrolled in this program. This incident highlights the importance of regular plumbing maintenance and awareness of such city services. The video concludes with the plumber's recommendation for homeowners to check their plumbing regularly to prevent similar incidents and significant financial losses.