How do I know if higher usage may be a result of a leak in my plumbing system?

The new, more accurate meter may detect small leaks that the older meter may have missed. We recommend that you check faucets for small drips and your toilet tank for small leaks in the toilet bowl. To check leaks in the toilet you can place a few drops of food coloring in your toilet tank. If the water in the bowl changes to the color of dye used in the tank, you have a leak. If you do have a leak, seek assistance from your local plumbing professional to fix all such leaks as soon as possible.

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1. Why do water meters need to be replaced?
2. My meter works fine, does it have to be upgraded?
3. How does the new meter reading system work?
4. Who will install the meter?
5. Will the installer need to come inside my house?
6. What will the installer do inside my house?
7. What if I am a tenant and do not own this property?
8. How long will the meter installation take?
9. Will the timing of my water bills change?
10. Do I have to be home for the process?
11. How do I know that you have my reading and not someone else's?
12. How do you know that my reading is accurate?
13. How do I know if higher usage may be a result of a leak in my plumbing system?