Here are some determining factors that can affect the way your water tastes and smells when you get a glass from your kitchen faucet.
Old pipes in your house can cause an unusual taste and smell to your water
Filter cartridge may need to be changed. It is very important that you follow the manufactures instructions on how often you change that cartridge. In some cases bacteria can grow rapid inside of water filter cartridges which can be harmful to your health.
An old faucet may be made from iron or galvanized steel. Old rubber gaskets and screens can sometimes cause a metallic taste or strange odor to the water.
The rubber seals may be disintegrating and cause a bad taste even if they still keep the water from dripping.
If you have concerns regarding your water's taste and / or odors please call us at 503-654-7765. We would be happy to answer questions regarding the quality of your water. You can also read our water quality report to learn more.
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channels of communication to all members of the public. As part of this commitment, Oak Lodge Water Services
has a policy of providing an accessible website compatible with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1) and
commercial screen reading software. All features of the website are coded to allow individuals with vision and
other impairments to understand and use the website to the same degree as someone without disabilities. We welcome
feedback and can often resolve issues in a timely manner if they arise.
If you need any special assistance or accommodations:
Oak Lodge Water Services has designated a compliance officer for website disability-related accommodations.
The compliance officer has received training in website accessibility and updates the site in accordance with those best
practices. Contact our accessibility officer to report an issue.
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In addition to testing with users with a wide range of disabilities and coding our website to WCAG standards,
Oak Lodge Water Services regularly scans its website to ensure ongoing compliance, and makes timely
changes to any inaccessible changes, if any are found.
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we are happy to assist any member of the public with reading and accessing content on our site.
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