Contaminants Articles

The EPA’s proposed Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) further protect children and adults from the serious health impacts of drinking lead in tap water.

The ultimate contaminant guide to microplastics in drinking water helps you understand their potential health effects and what you can do to remove them

Legionella, a naturally occurring freshwater bacteria, are a relatively common nuisance in spas, hotels, and even homes, and can cause health complications.

If you live near agriculture, should you be worried about your drinking water? We’ll explore contaminant risks as well as how to best test and treat well water.

A guide to well water contaminants that covers like cloudiness or weird smells and tastes as well water testing and filtration recommendations

A guide to 7 of the most common and harmful drinking water pathogens. From Legionella to E. coli to Giardia, this guide covers signs and symptoms of common causes of...

Long-term exposure to DBPs like TTHMs and HAA5/HAA9 in drinking water can contribute to major health risks—including bladder cancer. Learn more about their potential risks

Nitrate enters drinking water a number of ways, including agricultural runoff and wastewater discharges. Find out why you should test your water for nitrate