Test your water’s pH level using an inexpensive home testing kit—acidic water below 6.5 pH corrodes pipes,…
Calculate your chlorine demand by testing your water’s current chlorine levels and determining the flow rate through…
Heat water to 160-175°F for green and white teas, 185-195°F for oolong, and a full rolling boil…
Multiply your household size by 75 gallons to estimate daily water consumption, then test your water hardness…
Schedule septic tank pumping every three to five years based on household size and usage patterns—a family…
Every time you turn on your tap for a glass of water, you’re trusting that what flows…
Understand that most pitcher systems filter water rather than purify it—a critical distinction that affects what contaminants…
Test your water first using an EPA-certified lab or home testing kit to identify specific contaminants like…
Check your showerhead for white mineral buildup and inspect your hair strands under light for a chalky…
Reddish-brown stains streaking your sinks, an unpleasant metallic taste in your drinking water, or laundry that emerges…