Water and Utility Resources from the Portland Water Bureau

 

Oregon Tradeswomen was recently contacted by a representative at the Portland Water Bureau with some excellent resources for financial assistance to help with business, home, or apartment water and sewer bills, free water testing and conservation kits, toilet rebates, and more!

Check out some of these handy resources from the Portland Water Bureau for more information about the ways they can help you have clean, affordable drinking water in your home or business:

Financial Assistance

If customers qualify based on income, they may be eligible for a discount on their sewer/stormwater/water bill, crisis assistance and free water leak repair for homeowners and more. Attached are print versions of our application for financial assistance. The Water Bureau has an online financial assistance application as well.  Contact Customer Service with questions, or help with applications.

Visit the water bureaus website for more information.

503.823.7770 x 3
PWBCustomerService@portlandoregon.gov

Water Efficiency Program

Saving water can help save on your bill! The Water Bureau has free water-saving devices that can be used in the kitchen and bathroom as well as toilet rebates for homes and apartments. Swap out your old toilet with a WaterSense-labeled one and then apply for a rebate online. They also offer technical assistance for commercial customers.  If your water use is higher than expected, give them a call!

Visit the water efficiency program website or contact:

503.8234527
WBEfficiency@portlandoregon.gov

Water Quality Testing

Request a kit to test your drinking water for lead

Some apartments and homes in Portland have lead solder in the plumbing. It is recommended to have your water tested. Order one of the Portland Water Bureau’s lead test kits.

• • Order a lead kit: 503-988-4000,  Request a kit online form
  • Questions about lead prevention related to water quality: 503-823-7525, Report a water quality concern online