How much water does a dripping tap waste in Dubai?

A single dripping tap (1 drip per second) wastes approximately 75 liters per day — about 2,250 liters per month. At DEWA residential rates, that adds roughly AED 25-30 to your monthly water bill. Over a year, that's 27,000 liters wasted — enough to fill a small swimming pool.

How much does water cost in Dubai (DEWA tariff)?

DEWA residential water tariff is slab-based (2024): AED 0.848/L for the first 2,000L/month, AED 1.018/L for 2,000-4,000L, AED 1.362/L for 4,000-10,000L, and AED 1.706/L above 10,000L. These rates include fuel surcharge and sewer charges. The more you use, the higher the per-liter rate.

How much does a running toilet waste per day in Dubai?

A running toilet wastes 200-800 liters per day depending on the leak rate. A small flapper leak wastes ~200L/day (AED 50-65/month on your DEWA bill). A continuously running toilet can waste 800L+ per day — over AED 200/month. Fixing it usually pays for itself within one billing cycle.

How much does a burst pipe cost in Dubai?

A burst pipe (PEX fitting failure, cracked joint, frozen pipe) can waste 600-1,500 liters per hour. At peak rates, that's AED 500-1,500 added to your bill in a single day. Beyond water cost, property damage from a burst pipe can range from AED 3,000 (minor ceiling repair) to AED 15,000+ (full ceiling replacement, flooring, electrical). Switch off the main water valve and call us immediately.

How do I know if I have a hidden water leak?

Signs of a hidden leak: (1) DEWA bill increase without usage change, (2) sound of running water when nothing is on, (3) water meter spinning when no taps are in use, (4) damp patches on walls or ceilings, (5) musty smell, (6) mould growth. Our plumbers use thermal imaging cameras to detect leaks behind walls without destructive drilling.

Does DEWA offer any leak adjustment or refund?

DEWA may offer a one-time adjustment for concealed leaks if you provide a licensed plumber's repair certificate within 30 days of the bill. The adjustment typically covers the excess consumption only (not the full bill). Contact DEWA customer service after repair to submit the claim. We provide the required repair certificate with every leak repair.

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Water Leak Cost Estimator for Dubai Homes

How much is that leak really costing you? Estimate water waste, added DEWA bill, and potential property damage — based on leak severity and duration. Real DEWA tariffs, accurate leak rates.

DEWA slab tariff 2024Per-day, week, month, yearIncludes damage risk

Leak Details

Tell us about the leak. We'll estimate water waste and DEWA bill impact.

Leak severity

One drip per second — typical of a worn flapper valve or loose compression fitting.

How long has it been leaking? (days)

Used to estimate total water wasted so far. Even small leaks add up over weeks.

Property type

Affects potential property damage estimate (ceilings, walls, flooring).

Active leak? Switch off the main water valve immediately and call us for emergency repair.

Estimated Impact

Based on a slow drip running continuously

Water wasted per day

liters / day

Added to monthly DEWA bill

AED 560

from 648 L/month

Total water wasted so far

151 liters

Equivalent to

1 bathtubs

Potential Property Damage

Estimated repair costAED 168 – 360

Water damage can include: ceiling repair (gypsum, paint), wall damage, flooring replacement, electrical short-circuits, and mould remediation. A small leak detected early = AED 200-500 repair. A long-running leak can cost AED 5,000+ in damage restoration.

Cost Breakdown Over Time

If left unrepaired

Per day

22 L · AED 29

Per week

154 L · AED 141

Per month

660 L · AED 570

Per year

8,030 L · AED 9231

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Common Leak Types & Their Real Cost

The most common leaks we see in Dubai properties — and what they cost per month if left unrepaired.

Dripping Tap

Worn tap washer / cartridge

Waste: 75 L/day

Cost: AED 25-30 / month

Running Toilet

Failed flapper valve or fill valve

Waste: 200-800 L/day

Cost: AED 50-200 / month

Pipe Joint Leak

Degraded PEX fitting or loose joint

Waste: 30-120 L/day

Cost: AED 30-100 / month

Burst Pipe

Frozen, corroded, or mechanically damaged

Waste: 600-1,500 L/hr

Cost: AED 500-1,500 / day

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