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Chlorine and Chloramine disinfection in drinking water

Quick Guide: Chlorine and Chloramine in Drinking Water

Chlorine and chloramine are two ways city water systems disinfect the water we drink and bathe in each day. Learn more about chlorine and chloramine disinfection

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unbiased guide to shower filters (BLG009)

Is A Shower Filter Necessary?

Learn about the water quality risks and concerns that exist in shower water and what type of shower filters, if any, are effective.

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Benefits of a SimpleLab Account

Benefits of a SimpleLab Account

When you place a Tap Score order, you will be able to set up a free SimpleLab Account. This account provides you with a number of unique benefits.

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The Ultimate Tap Water Odor Guide

The Ultimate Tap Water Odor Guide

Whether smelly water is coming from your drain, your pipes, or your water supply, this guide has all the stinks—and their sources—covered.

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Ultimate Guide to Discolored Tap Water

The Complete Guide to Discolored Tap Water

Understanding why your water is yellow, brown, rusty, green, cloudy, murky, or oily is crucial to making sure your tap water is safe to drink.

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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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When is water safe to swim in?

When Is It Safe to Swim?—Staying Healthy and Safe in Recreational Waters

Whether you’re going to your local swimming pool or whitewater rafting on a nearby river, it’s important to know that the water is safe before you get in. Read this...

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What type of water filter is best?

What Is the Best Water Filter?

The best water filtration system is the one that best addresses your home’s water quality and your personal preferences.

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