High Water Use Notifications

Why Did You Receive a Notification?

If you’ve received an email or phone call from Seminole County or Cato Environmental Services about high water use, it means your household water consumption has been consistently higher than average—not just a one-time spike. This determination is based on utility data analyzed by the University of Florida, which helps us identify residents who use more water than similar households in the county and your neighborhood.

These notifications are intended as a friendly, proactive reminder to help you manage your water use and check for potential problems—especially with your irrigation system.

What Could Be Causing High Water Use?

There are several common reasons for high water consumption:

• Leaking or broken irrigation components
• Incorrect or excessive irrigation timer settings
• Undetected underground leaks

Too Much Water Can Harm Your Lawn

While underwatering is a common concern, overwatering can be just as damaging. Excess water can lead to:

• Shallow root growth
• Increased susceptibility to pests and disease
• Nutrient runoff and soil erosion
• Higher water bills

Using the right amount of water at the right time is key to keeping your landscape healthy and resilient.

Free Irrigation Evaluations

Seminole County offers free irrigation evaluations to help you identify issues and improve efficiency. During this visit, a trained irrigation technician from Cato Environmental Services will:

• Inspect your system for leaks or malfunctions
• Check sprinkler coverage and system design
• Adjust irrigation controller settings for optimal performance
• Offer personalized water-saving recommendations

Learn more about our Irrigation Evaluation Program here.

A Smart Approach to Conservation

Reaching out to high water users is part of Seminole County’s commitment to responsible water use and customer support. Many times, high household water use is unintentional—caused by timers running too long or unnoticed system leaks. Our goal is to help you avoid waste, reduce your utility costs, and protect local water resources.

If you’ve received a notification, we encourage you to take advantage of this free service and ensure your irrigation system is working as efficiently as possible.