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Easement 101

There is a manhole in my backyard. What does Charlotte Water (CLTWater) do to maintain pipes in my yard? CLTWater maintains a large network of sanitary sewer or wastewater pipes.…

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Why is My Water Bubbly, Cloudy, or Discolored? What is Turbidity?

A little bubbly water may catch you by surprise, but don’t worry. We didn’t change your tap to champagne. Sometimes air can get trapped inside pipes and cause temporary bubbles…

The Dream Team: Charlotte Water & Mecklenburg County Working Together to Help Residents

Working Together to Help Residents Deondra “Dee” Hagans has always had the desire to help people. “I like being able to better the lives of the people I come in…

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A Cautionary Tale…Replace Your Plumbing Before It Becomes An Emergency

For years, as a Charlotte Water employee, I have encouraged customers to plan ahead for the replacement of their private plumbing, especially if their pipes are nearing 50 years. I…

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