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Leaks Can Run- But They Cannot Hide

Drip, Drip, Drip…Let’s Talk Leaks!

Guess what! National Fix A Leak Week is March 14-20th and we want to be sure you have the best resources to keep you informed of the little problems caused by water leaks. Awareness of what to look for and knowledge of how to fix any leak issues can go a long way in prevention and saving money. Leaks can run, but they can’t hide!



Did you know that simple faucet leaks amount to approximately 1 trillion gallons of water wasted each year? That’s huge! And so easily preventable! Not to mention, leaks are costly. Taking time each year to perform a preventative check, can help keep your check book in order.
When you are on the hunt for possible leaks, it is important to start with the data… Begin with your water bill, check your meter, and test your toilets. These will give you some clue as to the prevalence of a water leak in your home.

The EPA recommends the following checklist for tracking down a leak! Here are some of the best-known hiding places to start. Keep your ears open!
  • Bathroom
    • Toilets
    • Faucets
    • Showerheads
    • Under the sink
    • Don’t forget the tub!
  • Laundry Room
    • Check all of your hook-ups!
    • Look for pooling in the washer itself (it could indicate a source leak)
  • Kitchen
    • Check all appliances, such as the dishwasher and fridge. Many times, there are leaks behind them.
  • Basement and Garage
    • Sinks
    • Exposed pipes
    • Water Heaters
  • Outside
    • Spigots
    • Irrigation controls and sprinkler heads

Well, that all depends on your plumbing skills. Whether you choose to call in a professional or venture down the DIY path, below are a few steps everyone should take… just in case.

  1. Turn off the water line to the leaking location.
  2. Identify the primary source of the leak.
  3. Document any and all damage (date, time, photos, description, etc.).
  4. If necessary, call your insurance company.
  5. Call in the professionals or DIY to fix any damage caused by the leak.
  6. Look for any secondary impacts caused by the leak, such as mold or mildew.

It’s important that everyone learn the ins and outs of their plumbing system to avoid costly repairs or surprise damages. Not only does it help protect your home and family, but you also help reduce any wasteful impacts to our water sources.
Enjoy Fix a Leak Week! Best of luck to all you DIY’ers!

Article Sources

Detect and Chase Down Leaks With Watersense
EPA- Fix a Leak Week
Home is Being Destroyed- Act Now.
How To Find Water Leaks In Your Home’s Plumbing
Dangers and Causes of Hidden Water Leaks in the House

Want to Learn More?

EPA- At Home Activity
Home Water Works
YouTube ~ Just search “Plumbing”
WaterSense- Fix a Leak Week

Other Resources

wikiHow- Find a Water Leak in Your House
Fancy Pants Homes- Common Household Water Leaks to Watch Out For/
Water Use It Wisely- Fix a Leak Week/
White House Utility District- Fix a Leak Week/

For Kids

EPA- Student Fact Sheet
EPA- Leak Detective

By |2022-04-01T10:38:59-05:00March 11th, 2022|
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Hike and Bike Trails Closed Pending Spring Gully Maintenance Project

Dear District Resident,

The Harris County Flood Control District (“HCFCD”) will soon begin a Major Maintenance project of Cypress Creek and Tributaries including the Spring Gully Tributary which runs parallel with Bilma Public Utility District’s (“Bilma PUD”) hike and bike trails. For the safety of everyone, the entire length of the Bilma PUD hike and bike trails will be closed to public access during the project. In addition, access will be limited to the soccer field/park located at the corner of Winding Ridge Drive and TC Jester Blvd.

Improvements to be made by the HCFCD include repairing erosion and replacing failed storm sewer outfall pipes within Spring Gully. This will require the removal of several sections of the hike and bike trails. The Contractor for HCFCD is LECON, Inc.

Project construction is currently scheduled to commence in June 2021 and is expected to be complete along Spring Gully by early August, depending on weather conditions. Once HCFCD completes the repairs along Spring Gully, Bilma PUD will then begin the process of replacing the removed portions of the hike and bike trails.

The Bilma PUD Board of Directors (“Board”) understands the hike and bike trails are an integral part of the community and is hopeful all repairs will be completed prior to the 2021-2022 school year begins. The Board appreciates your cooperation in staying off all portions of the hike and bike trails during construction.

Please feel free to contact the District’s Board of Directors or attend a monthly meeting if you have any questions regarding this important project.

By |2021-10-03T20:15:48-05:00June 3rd, 2021|
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District Hike and Bike Trails Closure

A portion of the District’s hike and bike trail is closed from public use until necessary repairs can be made to a damaged drainage pipe. The section is located on the north side of the trail, east of T C Jester Blvd. The District requests that the public abide by warning signs in the area and refrain from accessing this portion of the trail. The rest of the trail remains open unless noted otherwise.

By |2021-06-05T08:00:48-05:00May 23rd, 2021|
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Hurricane Preparedness 2021

Be ready for hurricane season. Today you can determine your personal hurricane risk, find out if you live in a hurricane evacuation zone, and review/update insurance policies. You can also make a list of items to replenish hurricane emergency supplies and start thinking about how you will prepare your home for the coming hurricane season. If you live in hurricane-prone areas, you are encouraged to complete these simple preparations before hurricane season begins on June 1.  Keep in mind, you may need to adjust any preparedness actions based on the latest health and safety guidelines from the CDC and your local officials.


Find out today what types of wind and water hazards could happen where you live, and then start preparing how to handle them. Hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. Their impacts can be felt hundreds of miles inland, and significant impacts can occur without it being a major hurricane.


The first thing you need to do is find out if you live in a hurricane evacuation zone.  If you do, now is the time to begin planning where you would go and how you would get there. You do not need to travel hundreds of miles, but have multiple options. Your destination could be a friend or relative who doesn’t live in an evacuation zone.  If you live in a well-built home outside the evacuation zone, your safest place may be to remain home.  Be sure to account for your pets in your plan.  As hurricane season approaches, listen to local officials on questions related to how you may need to adjust any evacuation plans based on the latest health and safety guidelines from the CDC and your local officials.


You’re going to need supplies not just to get through the storm but for the potentially lengthy and unpleasant aftermath. Have enough non-perishable food, water and medicine to last each person in your family a minimum of three days. Electricity and water could be out for at least that long. You’ll need extra cash, a battery-powered radio and flashlights. You may need a portable crank or solar-powered USB charger for your cell phones.

If you need to go to a public shelter, the CDC recommends bringing items that can help protect you and others from COVID-19, such as hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol, bar or liquid soap, disinfectant wipes (if available) and two masks for each person. (Children under two years old and people having trouble breathing should not wear face coverings.)


Call your insurance company or agent and ask for an insurance check-up to make sure you have enough homeowners insurance to repair or even replace your home. Don’t forget coverage for your car or boat. Remember, standard homeowners insurance doesn’t cover flooding. Whether you’re a homeowner or renter, you’ll need a separate policy for it, and it’s available through your company, agent or the National Flood Insurance Program at floodsmart.gov. Act now as flood insurance requires a 30-day waiting period.


If you plan to ride out the storm in your home, make sure it is in good repair and up to local hurricane building code specifications. Many retrofits are not as costly or time consuming as you may think. Have the proper plywood, steel or aluminum panels to board up the windows and doors. Remember, the garage door is the most vulnerable part of the home, so it must be able to withstand the winds.


Many Americans rely on their neighbors after a disaster, but there are also many ways you can help your neighbors before a hurricane approaches. Learn about all the different actions you and your neighbors can take to prepare and recover from the hazards associated with hurricanes. Start the conversation now with these Neighbor Helping Neighbor strategies but remember you may need to adjust your preparedness plans based on the latest health and safety guidelines from the CDC and your local officials.


The time to prepare for a hurricane is before the season begins, when you have the time and are not under pressure. If you wait until a hurricane is on your doorstep, the odds are that you will be under duress and will make the wrong decisions. Take the time now to write down your hurricane plan. Know who issues evacuation orders for your area, determine locations on where you will ride out the storm, and start to get your supplies now.  Being prepared before a hurricane threatens makes you resilient to the hurricane impacts of wind and water. It will mean the difference between being a hurricane victim or a hurricane survivor.

By |2021-11-30T08:00:50-06:00May 6th, 2021|
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Trash Service- Weather Update

Bilma’s trash collection company, RRRT, will not pick up on Monday, 2/15/2021, out of an abundance of caution due to severe winter weather conditions. Next pick up is Bilma’s regularly scheduled day, Thursday, weather permitting.

By |2021-02-19T22:02:05-06:00February 15th, 2021|
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Election Day is November 5, 2019

Election Day is November 5, 2019.

Registered Voters of Bilma Public Utility District will be asked to vote in an election to determine whether the District will be authorized to issue park bonds to fund recreational facilities.

Election Day voting will occur between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Early Voting will occur on the following days and times:

  • Monday, October 21, 2019 – Saturday, October 26, 2019: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  • Sunday, October 27, 2019: 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Monday, October 28, 2019 – Friday, November 1, 2019: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

For a full list of Early Voting and Election Day Polling Locations, please visit harrisvotes.com.

More information about the proposed park bonds can be found at https://www.bilmapud.com/elections/. If you have further questions regarding the Park Bond Election or anything else related to the District, please do not hesitate to contact us through the website “Contact Us” form.

El Día de Elección es el 5 de noviembre de 2019.

Se les pedirá a los votantes residentes del Distrito de Servicios Públicos de Bilma que voten en una elección para determinar si el Distrito estará autorizado o no para emitir bonos para parques para financiar instalaciones recreativas.

La votación del Día de Elección se llevará a cabo en el horario de 7:00 a.m. a 7:00 p.m.

La votación anticipada se llevará a cabo en las siguientes fechas y horarios:

  • Lunes 21 de octubre de 2019 al sábado 26 de octubre de 2019: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  • Domingo 27 de octubre de 2019: 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Lunes 28 de octubre de 2019 al viernes 1 de noviembre de 2019: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Para ver una lista completa de los Lugares de Votación Anticipada y de Votación del Día de Elección, visite harrisvotes.com.

Se puede obtener más información sobre los bonos para parques en https://www.bilmapud.com/elections/. Si usted tiene preguntas sobre la Elección de Bonos Para Parques o sobre cualquier asunto relacionado con el Distrito, no dude en comunicarse con nosotros a través del formulario “Contact Us” (Contáctenos)en nuestro sitio web.

Ngày Bầu Cử là ngày 5 tháng Mười Một, 2019.

Các Cử Tri Đã Ghi Danh của Cơ Quan Dịch Vụ Tiện Ích Công Cộng Bilma sẽ được đề nghị bỏ phiếu trong một cuộc bầu cử nhằm xác định Cơ Quan có được phép phát hành các trái phiếu công viên để đài thọ cho các cơ sở vật chất giải trí hay không.

Thời gian bỏ phiếu vào Ngày Bầu Cử sẽ diễn ra từ 7 giờ sáng đến 7 giờ tối.

Thủ tục Bỏ Phiếu Sớm sẽ diễn ra vào các ngày giờ sau đây:

  • Thứ Hai, ngày 21 tháng Mười, 2019 – Thứ Bảy, ngày 26 tháng Mười, 2019: 7 giờ sáng – 7 giờ tối
  • Chủ Nhật, ngày 27 tháng Mười, 2019: 1 giờ chiều – 6 giờ chiều
  • Thứ Hai, ngày 28 tháng Mười, 2019 – Thứ Sáu, ngày 1 tháng Mười Một, 2019: 7 giờ sáng – 7 giờ tối

Để biết được danh sách đầy đủ các Địa Điểm Phòng Phiếu cho Thủ Tục Bỏ Phiếu Sớm và vào Ngày Bầu Cử, vui lòng ghé thăm harrisvotes.com.

Các thông tin về đề xuất trái phiếu công viên có tại https://www.bilmapud.com/elections/. Nếu quý vị có bất kỳ câu hỏi nào khác liên quan đến Cuộc Bầu Cử Trái Phiếu Công Viên hoặc bất kỳ điều gì khác liên quan đến Cơ Quan, xin đừng ngần ngại liên lạc với chúng tôi bằng biểu “Contact Us” (Liên Lạc Với Chúng Tôi) trên website.

選舉日是2019年11月5日。

將要求Bilma公共事業區的註冊選民在選舉中投票，以確定該區是否將被授權發行公園債券以資助娛樂設施。

選舉日投票將在上午7:00至下午7:00之間舉行。
提前投票將在以下日期和時間舉行：

  • 2019年10月21日（週一）至2019年10月26日（週六）: 上午7:00至下午7:00
  • 2019年10月27日（週日）: 下午1:00至下午6:00
  • 2019年10月28日（週一）至2019年11月1日（週五）: 上午7:00至下午7:00

有關提前投票和選舉日投票地點的完整列表，請訪問harrisvotes.com。

有關擬議的公園債券的更多信息，請參見https://www.bilmapud.com/elections/如果您對公園債券選舉或與本區有關的任何其他問題還有疑問，請隨時通過網站“聯繫我們”表格與我們聯繫。

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By |2019-11-06T11:59:47-06:00October 31st, 2019|
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Recycling Services Survey

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    The Board of Directors of the District is assessing resident participation and interest in continuing the recycling services currently being provided by the District to residents at a cost of $3.00 per month. Due to the global state of recycling in the past year, the District's recycling/garbage service provider has informed the District that the cost of recycling will be increasing in 2020 by $2.00-$3.00 per month. Please help the Board in our planning process to determine if there is an interest in continuing recycling services given the forthcoming increase in costs.

    Please complete the survey below by no later than Wednesday, November 6, 2019. The Board sincerely thanks you in advance for your participation in this very important survey.

    By |2019-11-06T11:14:02-06:00October 24th, 2019|
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