Plumbing & Appliances Articles

With lead pipes still a nationwide problem, this guide explores lead's associated health risks, sources of contamination, and advice on how to test and treat your water.

The EPA’s proposed Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) further protect children and adults from the serious health impacts of drinking lead in tap water.

What's that white buildup on your faucets and sinks—and how do you get rid of it? While limescale deposits from hard drinking water are pervasive across the US, there are...

Water softeners come in handy if your water is "hard," which means it it has high levels of dissolved calcium and magnesium.

Corrosion and scaling. What are they? How are they related? And what can you do to prevent expensive failures in your water pipes and fixtures?

What do the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR) mean for you? Compliance must be met by October 16, 2024. Learn about lead service line replacements, enhanced sampling, testing in...

Do faucet water filters really work? Here’s our unbiased look at the most popular faucet-mounted filters on the market—PUR, Brita, Waterdrop, and Culligan. Find out what the remove and what...

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