How do I know if the water pipes that connect my home or business to the City’s water distribution system need maintenance or replacement?
Rockville owns the water pipes under the street and the portion of the pipe between the street and the City’s water meter on your property. Property owners own the pipe that takes water from the City’s water meter into your home or business. The portion of the pipe that you own ages too. If you experience discolored water, low water flow, or an unpleasant odor, your pipe may need to be cleaned or replaced. Call the Department of Public Works at 240-314-8500 and City staff will check the City owned portion of the pipe for any problems and repair them. If there are no problems in the City owned portion of the pipe, contact a plumber to check the pipe to your home or business.
