Arizona American Water Provides Tips to Help Improve Meter Reading Access and Accuracy

Arizona American Water is reminding customers to keep their utility easements clear of obstructions to help improve meter reading and accuracy.

"While we work to keep your meters clean and clear, it is also important to have unobstructed access to and across properties for needed repairs, replacements and normal maintenance,” said Troy Day, Vice President of Operations. "Installing and maintaining facilities such as water lines, meters, valves and fire hydrants are necessary parts of providing customers with clean, reliable drinking water.”

Obstructions placed over or through Arizona American Water utility easements make it difficult or impossible to access underground water service facilities. Improperly placed obstructions by customers do more than cause delays; they add to customer costs if removal is necessary. Keeping pets away from easements will also help ensure safe access for meter reading and detecting leaks.

With these simple reminders, Arizona American Water remains devoted to the health and safety of local communities.

Arizona American Water, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Water (NYSE:AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 350,000 people.

Founded in 1886, American Water is the largest investor-owned U.S. water and wastewater utility company. With headquarters in Voorhees, N.J., the company employs more than 7,000 dedicated professionals who provide drinking water, wastewater and other related services to approximately 16 million people in 35 states, as well as Ontario and Manitoba, Canada. More information can be found by visiting www.amwater.com.