All living things need water. However, water pollution remains a significant problem. Groundwater systems can quickly become polluted by chemicals and other toxins, making the water unhealthy not only for drinking but also for cooking and bathing. People have even gotten sick by eating food (animals and plants) raised or grown using contaminated water. Most … Read more
You may have noticed a yellowish-brown or dingy stain on your plumbing fixtures or the darker stains resulting from rust, but have you ever seen blue or green stains? These stains occur when the pH level of your water is too low. Although it’s a very common problem, you should get it resolved quickly to … Read more
You come home from a long run or a day working in the yard thirsty beyond compare, so you walk to the faucet to grab a nice refreshing glass of water, only to find your tap water is cloudy and very unappetizing. No one wants to drink opaque water when they are incredibly thirsty. While … Read more
Your tap water is one of the most-used things in your house. Whether we drink it, shower in it, wash clothes with it, or brush our teeth with it, it’s an essential part of our lives. This fact makes it important to know if and when our water is contaminated. Modern water filters and water … Read more
Water is our primary source for survival and is also vitally essential to our health and wellbeing. While these are well known facts, what’s hidden in the water you drink every day isn’t necessarily obvious. Whether you utilize private well water or municipally provided tap water, your water may include contaminants that can significantly affect … Read more
When we think of water, we imagine clear, beautiful streams of crystal clear refreshment…not stinky eggs. So, it is a definite surprise when you fill a glass from the tap, tilt up to take a sip to get a big whiff of rotten eggs. But why does your water smell and taste like that, and … Read more