Water Submetering
Smarter measurement, fairer billing.
Universal Utilities submeters all kinds of multifamily communities, including mobile home parks, condos, and apartments.
What is submetering?
Submetering is the process of measuring water usage at the unit or tenant level, rather than relying on a single master meter for an entire property. By tracking consumption individually, submetering eliminates guesswork and ensures that each resident or tenant pays only for the water they actually use. This approach not only promotes fairness but also encourages conservation, as people become more aware of their personal usage. For property owners and managers, submetering creates transparency, reduces disputes, and supports better utility cost recovery.
Equipment and Installation
We provide and install state-of-the-art submetering equipment, customized to your property’s infrastructure for long-term reliability.
Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) Systems
AMR is a technology that enables utilities to collect meter data remotely and accurately without the need for manual readings. Using one-way communication—typically through radio frequency (RF), drive-by, or fixed-network systems—AMR devices automatically transmit consumption data from water, gas, or electricity meters to utility servers. This streamlines operations, reduces human error, and provides more timely insights into usage patterns. AMR technology offers utilities a cost-effective first step toward modernization, improving billing accuracy and operational efficiency while laying the foundation for future smart-metering upgrades.
Installed by In-house Technicians
Where most companies hire contractors to perform installations, Universal Utilities has a team of in-house technicians that perform that work. Our technicians are experienced in our metering systems, ensuring a complete and accurate turn-key installation.
Service After Installation
Universal Utilities is here to support your needs post-installation as well. We have an inventory of commonly used parts to keep your system up and running. Our full-service options also include routine technician visits to your property to perform any maintenance or repairs.
Ongoing Support
Our commitment doesn’t stop once the meters are installed. We provide end-to-end support to ensure your submetering system continues to perform at its best year after year. That includes regular meter reads for accurate billing, preventative maintenance to avoid costly breakdowns, and rapid response from our in-house technicians if issues arise. By combining proactive service with dependable customer support, we give property managers confidence that their utility systems will remain accurate, reliable, and compliant long into the future.
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Whether you’re managing a single building or an entire portfolio, we’re here to simplify your utility operations.