Watermain flushing begins October 1

Every year we flush our watermains to remove sediment and maintain good water quality.

Crews will be out between October 1, 2026 and January 29, 2027 and plan to cover the areas shown on the map below.

You may notice a temporary discolouration or low water pressure during flushing. Please be aware that discolouration is not a health hazard. It’s strictly aesthetic.

If you experience water discolouration run an outside tap or cold water tap in your bathtub until the water is clear and minimize consumption until water runs clear. You may find that discoloured water can clog your kitchen and bathroom faucet screens. If that happens, clean them out by hand.

Sign up for notifications

Residents can register by address to receive a phone or email notification when we're flushing in their area.

Learn more about the flushing process, view a map of the fall program area and sign up for updates on saanich.ca/water.