“EPA-certified.” You’ll see that phrase everywhere when it comes to water testing, but what does it actually mean? And more importantly, does it actually matter for your drinking water? The truth is, not all water testing is created equally. Two different labs can test the same sample and return different results. When those results are …
There are several methods to measure how likely a water source is to either cause scale or be corrosive. These are Langelier Saturation Index (LSI), Aggressive Index (AI), or Ryznar Stability Index (RSI). In this article we’ll explain what each one is, how they differ, and what it means for your home’s water quality. …
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When buying or remodeling a home, one of the biggest concerns of homeowners is lead paint. But how do you know if your home is at risk of having lead paint, how do you test for it, and what do those test results mean? What houses are most at risk? Lead paint was banned …
When Zinc is elevated in your drinking water, it can cause gastrointestinal distress. In this article we’ll cover what Zinc is, how it gets into your drinking water, what levels are dangerous, and how to test for it. Zinc in Drinking Water at a Glance: Health Effects: The most common negative effect of …
If My Drinking Water Has PFAS, Can I Cook With It? PFAS, often called “forever chemicals,” are synthetic compounds used in a wide range of products, including waterproof clothing, non-stick cookware, and some food packaging. If PFAS is found in your drinking water, a common question is: can you still cook with it safely? Does …
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Overview of Glyphosate in Drinking Water Glyphosate is a widely used herbicide that has been detected in water supplies in agricultural regions around the world. It is the active ingredient in many weed control products, including Roundup. Glyphosate can enter drinking water through runoff from treated fields into surface water or through leaching into groundwater. …
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If your water tastes metallic, it can be concerning. Many homeowners worry about contamination from heavy metals like lead, copper, or iron. Others are unsure whether the issue is dangerous or just unpleasant. Metallic taste does not automatically mean your water is unsafe, but it does mean something has changed. Identifying the cause is the …
If you’ve never owned a home with a private water well, it can feel overwhelming. Unlike city water, well water is not treated or routinely tested by a public utility. That responsibility now belongs to you as the homeowner. The good news: well water can be an excellent source of drinking water when properly maintained …
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One of the most common calls we get at the lab is from people worried that their well water might have E. coli in it. E. coli is what’s called a coliform bacteria. Coliforms are a group of bacteria commonly found in the environment and in animal feces. Many coliform bacteria aren’t harmful on their …
Atrazine is the second most widely used herbicide in the US, with roughly 80 million pounds applied to crops each year. It is used to control grasses and broadleaf weeds before they emerge. In this article we’ll cover what Atrazine is, how it gets into your drinking water, what levels are dangerous, and how to …
