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Total THMs and HAA5 in Drinking Water Quick Guide

Quick Guide: Trihalomethanes and HAA5/HAA9

Chlorine remains the leading method of water disinfection in the United States due to its cost-effectiveness. However, it is widely understood that chlorination may result in some unintended consequences. Read more to learn...

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Water Test Results: Why They Vary and Why it Matters

Water Test Results: Why They Vary and Why it Matters

Whether you’re a repeat customer comparing results of several water tests, or just want to know more about factors that can cause variability in water chemistry, this quick guide will...

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Renter's Quick Guide to Water Testing & Filtration

Renter's Quick Guide to Water Testing & Filtration

Read this quick guide if you are a renter and want to know if you need to test your water and, if so, what to test it for

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Quick guide to fluoride in drinking water

Why Is Fluoride Used in Water Treatment?

What is fluoride and why is it used in water treatment? This quick guide to fluoride in drinking water lays out all the facts, including how it affects health, acceptable...

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What Is a Consumer Confidence Report (CCR)?

What Is a Consumer Confidence Report (CCR)?

It’s undeniable that knowing what’s in your water is, at the very least, prudent. In fact, we think it’s crucial. There are lot of great resources out there that that...

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Best water test 2024 - Tap Score

The Best Water Testing Kits of 2024

Read about Tap Score test kits—including easy-to-understand reports, explanations of potential health risks, unbiased treatment recommendations, and unparalleled support.

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Quick Guide to Faucet Filters

Quick Guide to Faucet Filters

Read our unbiased look at the most popular faucet-mounted filters on the market—PUR, Brita, Waterdrop, and Culligan to find out what the remove and what they won't remove from your...

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Chlorine and Chloramine disinfection in drinking water

Quick Guide: Chlorine and Chloramine in Drinking Water

Chlorine and chloramine are both used as disinfectants in drinking water. Read on to learn about the differences between them as well as the benefits and potential side-effects—including disinfection byproducts—of...

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