City of Columbia Warns Residents About Water Maintenance Impersonator

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- The City of Columbia is asking residents to be on alert for someone impersonating  a City of Columbia Water Maintenance employee.

The City of Columbia has received questions concerning whether city staff goes door to door requesting to test customer’s water. City staff would only do this if requested by the customer. The City does collect samples every day in the water system but this does not require the city to go inside a residence. All city staff would also have proper identification, uniform and or drive a City marked vehicle.

As a reminder, all utility field workers can be identified by uniform which consist of a white polo shirt and blue pants. The polo shirt will reflect a city logo and the employee’s last name. In addition, city workers have proper photo I.D. and drive vehicles with the City logo.

If you believe a City of Columbia impersonator has contacted you or has been in your home, please contact Customer Care at (803) 545-3300.