Ekurhuleni residents reminded restrictions are in place as water consumption increases
As per Level 1 restrictions, gardens may not be watered with a sprinkler or hosepipe between 06:00 and 18:00.
The City of Ekurhuleni is intensifying efforts to reduce water wastage, repair leaks and improve the efficiency of its water-distribution network as consumption continues to rise.
The measures form part of the city’s water conservation and demand-management programme, which aims to reduce unnecessary consumption and non-revenue water.
The city’s current interventions include:
· Leak detection and repairs: Work is ongoing across the water-distribution network, including in Daveyton and Actonville.
· Meter repairs: Leaking water meters and connections are being repaired to reduce water losses.
· Pressure management: Pressure-reducing valves are being refurbished and optimised to help prevent pipe bursts and minimise losses.
· Demand management: The city is implementing initiatives aimed at achieving measurable water savings and improving revenue collection.
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Level 1 restrictions remain
Residents and businesses are reminded that Level 1 water restrictions remain in effect.
Under the restrictions:
· Gardens may not be watered with a sprinkler or hosepipe between 06:00 and 18:00.
· Hosepipes and sprinklers may not be used to clean driveways, patios or pavements. Residents are encouraged to use a broom or bucket instead.
· Vehicles may not be washed using a hosepipe connected to the municipal water supply.
· Swimming pools may not be filled or topped up with potable municipal water.
The city is also encouraging residents to make simple changes at home to reduce consumption, including:
· Keeping showers to a maximum of five minutes.
· Only running washing machines and dishwashers when they have full loads.
· Fixing leaking taps and running toilets as soon as possible.
· Reporting leaking municipal water meters and other water-related faults.
Residents can report water leaks and service issues through the My CoE app, by calling the City’s Call Centre on 0860 543 000, or by emailing call.centre@ekurhuleni.gov.za.
Residents and businesses are advised to keep their reference numbers when reporting faults for any necessary follow-up.
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