Local water issues

We’ve been hearing that a number of residents are having trouble with their water supply. Some people are reporting that their tap water is a funny colour or it has a dodgy smell. 

Severn Trent Water sent their customers a text saying “You may have discoloured water. It may not look nice but it’s usually nothing to worry about.”

If you’re worried about your water, this factsheet from Severn Trent explains what could be going on or what you might be able to do. If you want some more piece of mind about your water supply you can find out about home water filters, how they work, and why you might need one.