Lead in drinking water is a health concern for small children, babies, and pregnant woman. If lead is present in water, a homeowner should take precautions to rid this contaminant out of the water.

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Drinking Water at School

August spells school is back in session.  We all have memories of getting on the bus or sending our little ones on their first day.  Parents concern themselves with school supplies, clothes, and packing lunches.  However, the quality and amount of water their child drinks during the school year are often not considered.

Testing Private Well Water

When you turn on the faucet for a glass of water, and it looks clear and doesn’t have an odor, is it still safe to drink?  The only way to know is to have your water tested regularly.  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends a home on a private well test their water once per […]

Lead in Drinking Water

Exposure to lead in drinking water has been an evolving topic with its heightened awareness.  Many people know there are related health issues with lead, which causes concern.  Lead in drinking water seldom occurs from dissolved rock as water travels through the earth’s crust, like other elements.  Instead, it enters drinking water due to corrosion […]