Water is billed separately to give tenants more control over their expenses. Instead of including water in rent (which would require a higher rental rate to cover potential overuse), billing water separately ensures you only pay for the water you actually use.
We’ve partnered with Wyse Meter Solutions to install individual water meters for each rental unit. This allows you to monitor and manage your own water consumption, leading to potential savings.
Wyse Meter charges significantly less for metering services compared to services offered by the City of Saskatoon and City of Regina. This means lower water utility costs for you compared to standard municipal water billing.
Based on actual data from our similar units, locations, and typical household sizes the average water costs are:
Actual costs will depend on your household size and your responsible water practices. Water bills may be higher or even lower than the average range above. Real Life Rentals’ properties include low flow faucets and toilets as well as Energy Star® appliances to assist with responsible water use and lower costs.
For simple tips on how to save water indoors, click here.
Yes, separating water and other utility costs helps us keep base rents more affordable compared to similar rental options in Saskatoon.
For billing and meter-related questions, please contact Wyse Meter Solutions directly.
For other concerns, feel free to reach out to our property management team by email.