February 12, 2015

Homes built between 1970 and 1985 may have lead in their pipes, which can add lead in your water. It’s a major health risk for children and pregnant women.

The Portland Water Bureau wants you and your family to stay safe! They offer free lead testing kits to all customers. Order a lead kit today to test your tap water. 

The Water Bureau also has simple tips to avoid lead exposure from household plumbing.

• Avoid using water that has been standing in household pipes. Let faucets run for at least 30 seconds to allow fresh water to come through.   

• Use a filter that removes lead.

• Buy low-lead fixtures.

Check out Multnomah County Health Department’s LeadLine website for more information, and to order a lead-in-water test kit.