Both statistics and the general population agree that installing a water meter at home makes it possible to significantly save money. Even though mandatory verification of water meters in Moscow is required, the savings will still be at least double. So there is a very definite sense in setting the counter. Well, the fact that you need to install water meters according to professional standards is hardly a secret for anyone.
First of all, put the counter where it will be convenient for you to take data from it. The most common mistake many people make is that they tend to hide the meter away from prying eyes, and as a result suffer themselves. If you still close the counter, make sure that there is an overlay tile on the window, otherwise the building materials will simply suffer when the check comes.
The installation of water meters itself has a strictly defined technique. First of all, counters must be placed horizontally. Further. Be sure to replace the faucet that supplies water, especially if it is more than one year old (before starting work, do not forget to turn off the water!). Remove the old valve and replace it with a ball valve with internal and external threads. It is imperative to put a filter on top of the external thread, taking into account its position in relation to the flow of water – from the tap with a tip. This is a very important parameter for installing the counter. The thread can be sealed clockwise with tow or FUM.
Then you will need to put a pipe. The branch pipe must have a union nut, which was sold complete with the meter. And now, after installing the nut, we can talk about installing a water consumption meter. It is attached with a rubber gasket and the same nut. When installing the meter, you must also take into account the direction of water flow. When it is installed in its place, you will need to take the second of the two pipes and attach it to the check valve. When all these steps are completed, you will need to connect the entire structure back to the water supply, and then submit an application to the local water utility for sealing the meter.