Tap water in the United States is typically clean and safe to drink. In fact, according to the CDC, drinking water supplies in the United States are some of the safest in the world. But sometimes the drinking water can … Read More
Chromium 6, also known as hexavalent chromium, is a strong carcinogen that has been found to contaminate drinking water in many communities across the United States. According to the Environmental Working Group, there are currently 31 cities that have been … Read More
There is no denying that water filters help to provide households with safe and great-tasting water for drinking and food preparation. But with concerns about the effects of hard water on hair, the raging debate is whether or not the … Read More
A water filter purifies the water in an ice machine and gets rid of particulate, chlorine, or any other matter that might make the ice appear cloudy or have an odd taste. Without water filters, the ice wouldn’t be safe … Read More
Boiling water is an easy way of getting safe drinking water in emergencies but some people believe in boiling tap water as the de facto water purification method. Also, boiling reduces the water volume which means the concentration of chemical … Read More
Reverse Osmosis is loved and hated in almost equal measure. One reason given by the opponents of RO is that it has been banned in Europe and other countries. Such bans would obviously be a red flag. Why would RO … Read More
Finding the right kind of water seems like a bit of a silly task, doesn’t it? Surely water is water! Unfortunately, that is not the case. There are many different types of water: bottled, purified, distilled, ionized, filtered, and more. … Read More
Drinking filtered water is a sure sign of enjoying safe water that tastes great. Whenever you purchase a water filter, the manufacturer will advise you to replace it in 2-3 months. Is this really necessary or can you continue using … Read More
Taking a generous sip from your hose as you water your plants can seem like a good idea but it might actually be a health hazard. If the water comes from the well, there is a good chance it is … Read More
The pandemic remodeling craze has pushed consumer remodeling costs through the roof. With the tax season beckoning, lots of homeowners are now wondering how much of their remodeling costs are eligible for tax write-offs. What is the T2201 Form? This … Read More
