NYC DEP increased commercial water and sewer rates by 8% for FY2025 and has proposed further annual increases through 2028. NY has mandatory Commercial Building Water Conservation requirements for large properties. Smart Valve™ is fully compliant and delivers guaranteed savings.
The New York Water Situation
New York City DEP charges commercial properties for both water supply and sewer. Combined, these rates make NYC one of the most expensive commercial water markets in the US.
Commercial properties in New York face the same water system challenges as properties across the country: pressure fluctuations that cause meters to over-record consumption, water hammer from surge conditions, and leaks accelerated by supply pressure above the 65 PSI design limit of most fixtures. The Smart Valve™ has been installed in commercial properties throughout New York — hotels, apartment complexes, car washes, hospitals, and golf courses — delivering verified water bill reductions averaging 27% annually. See how it works →
NYC DEP increased water and sewer rates by 8% for fiscal year 2025. For a commercial property spending $20,000/month, that's $1,600 in additional monthly cost — before any rate changes planned for 2026–2028.
Unlike most markets, NYC charges separately for water supply and sewer service — and sewer charges are based on your metered water consumption. Reducing your metered water usage with Smart Valve™ reduces both your water bill and your sewer bill simultaneously.
Large commercial buildings in NYC face mandatory water conservation audits and benchmark reporting under Local Law requirements. Smart Valve™ M&V documentation satisfies these reporting requirements while reducing consumption.
New York's commercial building density means Smart Valve™ is especially cost-effective — one installation covers an entire large commercial building's water supply, with savings that compound across both water and sewer charges.
NYC's water distribution system operates under significant pressure to serve high-rise buildings throughout the five boroughs. This elevated system pressure increases air entrapment — making Smart Valve™ particularly effective in the NYC market.
Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, Staten Island, Albany, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, and all New York markets. AWS and CWS certified.
Fully passive. NSF certified. Compatible with 99% of commercial meters — installed in under 4 hours.
Licensed technician installs on the user side of your meter. Minimal disruption — most installs complete in under 4 hours.
Mechanically set to your facility's specific line pressure for maximum air elimination.
Air exits before the meter. Your meter reads only liquid volume. Savings appear on your very next bill.

Verified Performance Data
All case studies are real installations verified by AWS, CWS, and Smart Valve™ technology. Water savings case study commercial results you can count on.
Any commercial property spending $5,000+/month on water. Serving Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx and beyond.
Cooling towers and domestic water lines.
Protect NOI against rising utility rates.
Invisible savings, zero guest impact.
High-volume facilities see the largest savings.
Water is the #1 variable cost. Smart Valve™ cuts it immediately.
Cooling water dominates operating costs.
Lower overhead in margin-tight food service.
Irrigation and clubhouse — highest ROI application.
Commercial water bill calculator based on real-world Smart Valve™ installations. Partnered with AWS, CWS, and Smart Valve. How much can I save on my water bill? Enter your bill below.
Estimates based on 21 M&V-verified installations (range 15%–35%). View all documented case studies →
*Calculations based on real-world Smart Valve™ installations. Minimum 15% savings guaranteed in writing. Results vary by meter type and line pressure.
NYC's 8% rate hike plus combined water and sewer billing means every percentage point of reduction is worth more here than almost anywhere else. Get your free assessment today.
Small one-time installation fee. No monthly fees, no subscription. Pays for itself within the first few billing cycles.
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