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Why do water samples vary? - BLG124

Water Test Results: Why They Vary and Why it Matters

A quick guide to highlight the basics of why water quality can vary over time, why sampling methods matter, and what that means for you.

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Radioactivity in Drinking Water - BLG044

Is My Water Radioactive?

Discover the hidden risks of radiation in tap water. Learn about radioactive particles, their health effects, and how to test and treat your water for optimal safety. Understand the importance...

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ultimate guide to private well maintenance - BLG114

The Ultimate Guide to Well Ownership & Maintenance

What should you do to keep your water well operating properly and safe from pollutants? The ultimate guide has you covered—from installation to treatment.

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The Hidden Danger of Floods on Water Quality

The Hidden Danger of Floods on Water Quality

Beyond the immediate chaos and destruction of mass flooding, floodwaters bring a host of other hazards. While suspended sewage and oil slicks are clear indications of contamination, it is always...

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Is tap water safe after a hurricane?

Is It Safe to Drink Your Water After a Hurricane?

How do hurricanes affect drinking water quality? Hurricanes, and the flooding that they cause, can make both private well and municipal water supplies unsafe to drink. Learn how hurricane flooding...

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Guide to Shock Chlorination for Private Wells

Shock Chlorination: Quick Guide to Disinfecting Your Well Water

Shock chlorination is an affordable way to address contamination from coliform bacteria in well water. Read this detailed guide on the process

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quick guide to septic tanks and well water

Quick Guide: Septic Tanks & Well Water Safety

Can septic systems contaminate groundwater? This quick guide explores how to keep well water safe through proper septic tank care

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What To Do About Acidic Well Water

What to Do About Acidic Well Water

Acidic well water is a relatively common issue among well owners. But is acidic well water a concerning problem? Tap Score recommends the remedies

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