Water Consumption in Kazakhstan: Why Accurate Metering Matters
Water shortage is one of the most discussed topics in Kazakhstan. Members of the Mazhilis have repeatedly raised it, pointing out that the country uses water less carefully than many European countries and reuses only a small share of it. Big infrastructure projects take years. Accurate metering is something that can be done today — in every apartment, building and city network.
Why water metering matters
- Fair bills. With an individual meter, residents pay for the water they actually use, not for an average norm.
- Visible losses. When the building input and the apartments are both metered, the difference shows leaks, faulty meters and unauthorised connections.
- Careful consumption. People who see their consumption use water more carefully.
What remote reading changes
A conventional meter has to be read by hand, and readings are often late, estimated or entered with mistakes. A smart water meter with a built-in radio module sends readings automatically over a long-range radio network:
- residents no longer submit readings manually;
- the utility and the housing association (OSI) receive complete data on time;
- unusual consumption, such as a running tap or a leak, becomes visible quickly;
- residents can check their consumption in the ESEP HOME mobile app.
WAVIoT water meters for Kazakhstan
WAVIoT has been deploying smart metering in Kazakhstan for more than ten years. AKVA water meters with a built-in radio module are produced in Kazakhstan and are registered as measuring instruments of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
- See the models in the water meter catalog.
- For developers, OSI and utilities: turnkey metering solutions.
- For residents: where to buy in your city.
FAQ
Why does water metering matter in Kazakhstan?
When consumption is not measured, nobody sees where water is lost. Individual meters let residents pay for what they actually use, and building-level metering shows leaks and losses between the building input and the apartments.
What is a smart water meter with remote reading?
It is a certified water meter with a built-in radio module. It sends readings automatically over a radio network, so residents do not need to submit readings manually and the utility receives accurate data on time.
Can residents see their own consumption?
Yes. Readings from WAVIoT meters are available in the ESEP HOME mobile app, where residents can check their consumption history.
Where can I buy WAVIoT water meters in Kazakhstan?
Directly from WAVIoT in Astana (+7 778 007 56 01, sales@waviot.kz), from official dealers in 15 cities, or on Kaspi.