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Guide to Arsenic in Drinking Water - BLG203

Arsenic in Drinking Water: Everything You Need to Know

In this ultimate guide to arsenic, we break down the different forms of arsenic and how to test and treat your drinking water to help keep your water safe and...

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PUR Water Filters - What Do They Remove From Water? BLG186

What Do PUR Water Filter Pitchers Filter Out?

A source of reliable insights on PUR pitcher filters. Our unbiased overview reveals what contaminants PUR filters are certified to treat

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Is my water filter working? - BLG132

How Do I Know If My Water Filter Is Working?

How do you know if your water filter is working? The only way to know is to test your water, conducting something called "performance testing."

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Should I Boil My Water Before Drinking? BLG162

Is Boiled Water Pure?

Does boiling your water make it safe to drink? Find out if boiling tap water can get rid of all bacteria and chemicals and how it changes the way water...

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How to test your water for carcinogens - BLG033

How to Test Your Drinking Water for Carcinogens

Worried about contaminants in your tap water that might cause cancer? Laboratory water testing is the best way to learn about carcinogenic drinking water contaminants

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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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Top Reasons To Test Your Drinking Water - BLG027

Why People Test Their Water

Why do people test their water? From unusual colors or smells, to water filtration systems, and simple curiosity, a guide to home water testing possibilities.

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a guide to red flags in water filter reviews - BLG189

When Can You Trust Water Filter Reviews? A Guide to Red Flags

Which common water filter review methods—red dye test, the taste test, TDS meters and more—are an accurate indication of drinking water quality?

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