How Safe Is Your Drinking Water?

It’s easy to take clean, safe drinking water for granted. It’s easy to enjoy the convenience of having water ready to use, right from the tap, without giving it a second thought. Even households which use bottled water or a filtered water pitcher for drinking often still use tap water for cooking and watering their pets. However, there could be contaminants entering your water supply without your knowledge, bringing harmful substances into your home through your faucet. 

Testing For Water Pollutants

The only way to know for sure your water is free from contaminants or pollutants is to have it tested. Whether you are on a private well or use a city water system, it’s prudent to have your water tested at least once a year. Old pipes, agriculture chemicals and other pollutants in the ground can cause your water to become tainted, and unsafe for consumption. 

There are home water tests available if you want to test your water on your own. However, some of these tests many only detect a few common contaminants. Most plumbing companies offer more comprehensive water testing, which will scan the water for a variety of substances, including lead, e-coli, trihalomethanes (THMs), chemicals and many other harmful agents. Your plumber can also suggest water filtration options which can keep your water safe between your annual testings to ensure your family has clean, safe water all year round. 

Having safe water is essential to your family’s health. If you have not had your water tested, call your local plumber and schedule an appointment today. It is worth the investment to ensure that you and your family are not being exposed to harmful pollutants in the water you use every day.

Posted on behalf of Find Local Plumber