Here’s what to do if your home or business is one of about 40,000 in the Birmingham area served by pipelines made of lead, galvanized or unknown materials. This is the third in a series of stories on ...

Water customers who haven’t received a letter by the end of 2024 don’t need to worry; it means you have service line materials that do not contain lead or galvanized steel.

Water pipes are among the main sources of childhood lead exposure. Identifying and replacing these hidden hazards can be a challenge.

The most common sources of lead in drinking water are lead pipes, faucets and plumbing fixtures. Household plumbing fixtures, welding solder and pipe fittings made prior to 1986 may also contain lead.

NEWTON — An ordinance requiring local property owners to replace lead and galvanized-steel water pipes will go to a public hearing on June 24, the town council decided this week. Ordinance 2024 ...