Bacteria Articles

Discover common pathogens that contaminate drinking water, the health risks they pose, and how to test and protect your water at home with Tap Score.

Spring water is groundwater that naturally flows to the surface. The best way to tell if spring water is safe to drink is to test it. Find out how and...

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

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...

Is tap water safe for your baby? You should test your water to find out—drinking water analysis can help you keep your children safe at home

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

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.

Why does my water taste weird? The new and improved ultimate tap water taste guide has all your bases—bitter, metallic, sweet, salty, plastic—covered.