Tips for Taps Blog

Water Filtration

Water Filtration Articles

Renter's Guide to Water Filtration - BLG123

Best Water Test Kits for Renters (Quick Guide to Safe Apartment Drinking Water)

Renters’ guide to safe tap water: what to test, how to use mail-in kits like Tap Score, and renter-friendly filters to fix issues—no plumbing changes.

READ MORE
Which faucet filter is right for me? - BLG215

Quick Guide to Faucet Filters

Do faucet water filters really work? Our unbiased look at popular faucet-mounted filters on the market—PUR, Brita, Waterdrop, and Culligan.

READ MORE
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.

READ MORE
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.

READ MORE
Berkey performance testing guide

How Do I Performance Test My Berkey?

In the absence of NSF/ANSI certifications, performance testing your Berkey filter is the best way find out how effective it is at removing contaminants.

READ MORE
WQA Treatment Providers in Tap Score reports

New feature: WQA Treatment Providers

New feature: Get unbiased treatment advice and expertise from local Water Quality Association (WQA) members through your Tap Score report.

READ MORE
POE Versus POU Water Treatment

POE Versus POU Water Treatment

When looking to treat your own water at home, understanding the differences between point-of-use (POU) or point-of-entry (POE) systems can help you find the most efficient set up to meet...

READ MORE
Guide to Ion Exchange in Water Treatment - BLG010

How Does Ion Exchange Work?

Ion Exchange––What is an (IE) system and how does it work? Is it the right fit for your home water filtration needs?

READ MORE