Several circumstances can factor into water services being shut off by the City of Monmouth, including the change of tenants at a rental property. City Administrator Lew Steinbrecher explains that while city crews shut off water from the main supply to the home to protect the city’s water utility, once the water goes through the meter it is the homeowner’s responsibility to make sure it is shut off inside the home and check for any leaks:
Steinbrecher also cautions homeowners when going away on vacation or a long weekend to turn off water valves at either the main or the toilet tank.
