At Aquatera, we’re serious about water. Like, very serious (we’ve been known to get emotional over a perfectly functioning hydrant). But just because we take water quality seriously doesn’t mean we can’t have a little fun while explaining how we keep things clean and flowing.

Let us introduce you to directional flushing, not a trendy new yoga move, but one of the ways we keep your water safe, tasty, and crystal clear.

So, What Is Directional Flushing?
Imagine your water pipes went to a spa for a deep cleanse. That’s basically what this is.

Directional flushing is our way of giving the water mains a good scrub from the inside. We open and close valves in a very specific sequence (think water nerd choreography) to send a powerful one-way surge of water through sections of the system. That strong flow sweeps out sediment, rust, and whatever else might be lurking in the pipes. A spring-cleaning if you will.

Why It’s a Big Deal:

Cleaner, Better-Tasting Water
Stuff like natural minerals, silt, or pipe gunk can settle in the water mains over time. Left alone, they can affect how your water looks, tastes, or smells. Flushing kicks that stuff to the curb and keeps your water fresh and fabulous.

Pipes That Last Longer
Corrosion and buildup are like the plaque of the plumbing world. Directional flushing helps keep the system healthy, which means fewer repairs and more money saved (for both us and you).

Fire Hydrants Get a Check-Up Too
While we’re at it, we make sure our hydrants are in top-notch shape. Because when there’s an emergency, firefighters need those babies to work fast.

Fewer Surprise Water Tantrums
Ever turned on the tap and wondered if your water was trying to cosplay as iced tea? Directional flushing helps prevent that. It’s planned maintenance that stops weird surprises before they happen.

It’s Actually Eco-Friendly
Yes, we use water to flush pipes. But it’s way more sustainable than letting things break and scrambling to fix them in a panic. Think of it as an investment in fewer emergencies and less waste.

What You Might Notice
Don’t panic, but during flushing your water might get a little moody (reduced pressure or some brief discolouration). This is totally normal. Just run your cold tap for a few minutes and it should bounce back.

We try to do this during off-peak hours (so your morning shower doesn’t turn into a surprise drizzle) and we always give you a heads-up through our website and socials.

Why You Should Care About Our Weird Water Hobby
Directional flushing might not be glamorous, but it’s one of the behind-the-scenes ways we keep your water safe, your pipes happy, and your hydrants ready to save the day.

So, the next time you see one of our crews doing something that looks suspiciously like they’re blasting water out of random parts of the city, don’t worry. It’s just another way we’re investing in the future of our region’s water system. And yes, we do kind of enjoy it.