Why Your Water Bill Suddenly Spiked in Raleigh, Durham, or Greenville (and You Have NO Idea Why)
Most homeowners in the Triangle and Upstate SC only notice a plumbing problem when their water bill looks like a mortgage payment.
Here are the top 5 sneaky, nearly invisible problems we fix weekly at Modern Plumbing & Backflow that can add $100–$800+ to your bill without a single visible drip:
- Silent Running Toilet (The #1 Hidden Water Thief) A worn flapper or fill valve leaking 1–2 drops per second can waste 200–1,000 gallons per month — adding $50–$300 to your Raleigh or Greenville bill with no obvious signs.
- Underground Slab or Yard Leaks A pinhole leak under your foundation or in the main line from the meter to your house in Durham or Greer can lose up to 10,000 gallons a month while staying completely hidden.
- Faulty Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV) Raleigh, Durham, and Upstate cities often deliver water at 80–120 psi. A failed PRV causes pressure spikes, forcing extra water through fixtures and quietly doubling your bill.
- Dripping Hose Bibs or Irrigation Systems One dripping outdoor spigot in Holly Springs or Spartanburg wastes up to 900 gallons per month. Leaking irrigation backflow devices are even worse.
- Failing Backflow Preventer (Commercial & Irrigation) An overdue or internally leaking backflow device can waste thousands of gallons and fail city inspections. We’re fully licensed in NC and SC to test, repair, and certify Wilkins, Febco, Watts, Ames, and Conbraco — same-day service.
Why Families & Businesses in the Triangle and Upstate Choose Us
- A+ Rated with the Better Business Bureau (Zero complaints since 2011)
- Family-Owned & Operated – 3 generations of licensed plumbers
- We Don’t Advertise – No TV, radio, or billboard costs = lower prices for you
- Fully Licensed & Insured in North Carolina AND South Carolina
- NC-DEQ & SC-DHEC Certified Backflow Testers
- Upfront Flat-Rate Pricing – Know the cost before we start
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee – Not happy? We make it right at no charge
Stop Overpaying – Free Water Bill Diagnosis
Call or text us now, and we’ll identify the likely cause of your high bill in under 5 minutes — no service call needed. 919-341-1911
