If your faucet sputters, your pipes gurgle, or your tap water looks cloudy, you may be dealing with a surprisingly common and often overlooked problem: air trapped in your water pipes. While it...
Category: Tap Water
Water that contains iron can appear reddish (insoluble iron), yellowish-brown (organic iron) or clear with red particles that settle at the bottom (soluble iron). A metallic taste, clogged pipes,...
Hard water can cause white spots or scale deposits on sinks, fixtures and dishes. Yellowish or gray laundry is also a sign that a house is being supplied with hard water. A hard water test kit can be...
In 1945, many communities all over the United States began adding Fluoride to their water supply. According to the CDC, this single act has dramatically reduced tooth decay in children and tooth...
How To Know If You Have Chlorine Or Chloramine In Your Water
If you think there is chlorine in your water, there is a very high chance that you’re right. To meet the EPA water safety guidelines, nearly all communities in the United States use chlorine or...
Dishwashers That Use The Least Water – Energy Star Certified
More than 80 million households across the U.S. have a dishwasher, yet different types of dishwashers use vastly different amounts of water. Knowing which ones are water efficient can help you save...