Track a tiny loss across several billing periods
A steady sample seep yields 0.005 L/min. A homeowner compares a 90-day billing quarter with a year to understand the accumulated meter volume.
Open CalculatorInputs and calculation
| Tool input | Value |
|---|---|
| Currency | USD |
| Volume or billing unit | m³ |
| Flow (L/min) | 0.005 |
| Days or equivalent sessions | 90 |
| Price per billing unit (USD) | 3 |
0.005 L/min × 1,440 min/day × 90 days = 648 L. Divide by 1,000 for m³, then multiply by 3 for USD 1.94.
Tool result · USD 1.94
| Tool input | Value |
|---|---|
| Currency | USD |
| Volume or billing unit | m³ |
| Flow (L/min) | 0.005 |
| Days or equivalent sessions | 365 |
| Price per billing unit (USD) | 3 |
0.005 L/min × 1,440 min/day × 365 days = 2628 L. Divide by 1,000 for m³, then multiply by 3 for USD 7.88.
Tool result · USD 7.88
What the comparison shows
The year adds up to over 2.6 m³ even at 7.2 L per day. If the small collection volume is hard to read accurately, collect water for longer where practical and repeat the measurement.
Assumptions and limits
A year-long projection assumes constant flow and a flat tariff. Seasonal conditions can change either.