Sewer/Trash question

Abrowneyegirl · ‎03-15-2010

We will be moving soon so we have two houses and 2 bills for EVERYTHING (augh)

Last night we got another trash/sewer bill and my husband remarked how high it was considering that the other house is empty.

So I called to inquire (note the houses are less than a mile apart they are in 2 different townships)

I found out that everyone in the other township pays the SAME for sewer.

So whether you are a single senior or a family of 12 everyone pays the same!

I find that shocking and almost unfair. The multi-million homes and the little bunglows all pay the same.

Anywhere else I ever lived it was always based off of usage.

How is it where you live?

Do you think that it is fair?

Not that we can change it, I was just curious.

fthunt · ‎12-24-2010

No million $ homes in my neighborhood and no little ones either. Our sewer and trash costs are figured in our Property Tax, no individual billing. I would have to read the darn thing to know what I'm being charged - and no idea what neighbors pay. P Tax also includes cost of public library - fire protection, etc., etc.

itsmagic · ‎08-08-2011

Where I live our sewer bill is somehow based off of the amount of water we use which is usually pretty low except when my husband accidentally left the outdoor hose on overnight!

I wouldn’t like that everyone pays the same no matter how many people are in the household but like you said there’s not much you can do about it.

KingstonsMom · ‎03-09-2010

Where I live the water is based on usage, with the sewage also being based on water usage.

Since I'm in a hot, humid climate, that hardly seems fair either, since having to water our lawns (not using the sewage system) is a common occurrence during the summer, which is 3/4 of the year for us, LOL!

You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have.

Still Raining · ‎03-30-2014

Trash billed based on size of bin, recycling is included.

Water is from well and sewer is septic, so basically free once in place regardless of usage. The pump is electric, so I guess we do pay to run it.

alarmclock · ‎06-12-2010

Usage? For sewer?

I think when you say "usage", you are referring to your WATER usage.

I do not think your sewage is measured but your water usage is.

When you complain about big houses and little houses paying the same, they do and should.

A hook up is a hook up regardless of the size of the house.

That is what you are paying for. The privilege of being connected to a municipal water AND sewage system.

The hook up is a fixed amount. Your water usage is up to you.

Bri369 · ‎11-03-2018

Where I live is based on usage.

I don't think one fee is fair. I'm sure it's averaged out, but the people who use less are probaby paying for more than they really use.

kitcat51 · ‎09-15-2016

I have a well & septic...I'm looking at homes to downsize & always ask about water & sewer rates, they vary so much & it's something everyone should know before they buy or rent. Trash isn't included in taxes, you pick the company & pay them for their service...trash trucks go through my country sub everyday.