Perkasie Borough Authority

Q. I'm purchasing a water softener and have been asked what the grains of hardness are in our water?

A. There are approximately 14 grains of hardness in Perkasie's water supply.

Q. Is there fluoride added to the water in our area?

A. No, we do not add fluoride to the drinking water.

Q. Why is my water cloudy?

A. The cloudy appearance comes from tiny air bubbles in the water. If the water stands for a bit, the bubbles will rise to the top and the water will become clear.

Q. Will I be charged for sewer when I use water to fill my pool?

A. Yes, we assess sewer fees to water used for filling the pool, washing the car, watering the lawn, etc., but only in those areas where we provide both water and sewer service.

Q. I've discovered a leak in the pipe near my water meter. Will PBA repair the leak?

A. The repair of any plumbing other than the water meter is the homeowner's responsibility. PBA is not responsible for plumbing inside the home, water service lines in the ground on the house side of the curb or past the curb stop which is the valve used by the Authority to turn your water service off or on.

Q. How can I find out more about drinking water and other public health issues?

A. For more information, NSF International has a toll free consumer hotline at 1-877-8NSF-HELP. Also, you may go to their consumer web pages at NSF for helpful information on water related topics.