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Is tap water safe after a hurricane?

Is It Safe to Drink Your Water After a Hurricane?

How can hurricanes affect drinking water quality? With wind speeds up to 150 miles per hour, hurricanes blow over almost anything in their path, with short and long-term consequences for...

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Should I Boil My Water Before Drinking?

Is Boiled Water Pure?

You may have heard that boiling your water will make it safer to drink. However, it’s important to know the facts about boiling your water before switching on the stove....

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How Water Quality Impacts Your Fruits and Vegetables

How Water Quality Impacts Your Fruits and Vegetables

Water quality can impact your plants in a variety of ways, and this is even more important when it comes to growing fruits and vegetables. Read more about how water...

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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 solution for bacterial contamination in well water. While we recommend having a professional perform the service, we've prepared a detailed guide should you want to...

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quick guide to septic tanks and well water

Quick Guide: Protecting Well Water Through Proper Septic Tank Care

Have you had your septic system inspected lately? Proper upkeep of your septic system and the quality of your home’s drinking water are often interrelated. Read on to learn how everyday decisions...

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quick guide to coliform in well water

Quick Guide: Coliform Bacteria in Well Water

In this quick guide to coliform in well water, we delve into the key things you need to know about fecal contamination and coliform, discuss the importance of well water...

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HPC Results - What Do They Mean?

What Do HPC Test Results Actually Mean?

While almost all pathogenic bacteria are heterotrophic, but not all heterotrophic bacteria are pathogenic. However, drastic increases in HPC concentrations can indicate a change in the raw water quality. Read...

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What Happens to Stagnant Water in a Vacant Building?

What Happens to Stagnant Water in a Vacant Building?

From temporary shutdowns like those related to COVID-19 to seasonal occupancy, long periods of reduced water use can lead to a variety of potential hazards when turning the tap back...

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