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Quick Guide to Collecting a Water Sample - BLG143

Collecting a Water Sample

How, where, and when to collect a water sample for laboratory testing is a matter of knowing what you want to learn about your water quality.

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Which faucet filter is right for me? - BLG215

Quick Guide to Faucet Filters

Do faucet water filters really work? Our unbiased look at popular faucet-mounted filters on the market—PUR, Brita, Waterdrop, and Culligan.

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Chlorine and Chloramine disinfection in drinking water

Quick Guide: Chlorine and Chloramine in Drinking Water

Chlorine and chloramine are two ways city water systems disinfect the water we drink and bathe in each day. Learn about chlorine and chloramine disinfection

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unbiased guide to shower filters (BLG009)

Is A Shower Filter Necessary?

Learn about the water quality risks and concerns that exist in shower water and what type of shower filters, if any, are effective.

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Ultimate guide to smelly tap water - BLG202

The Ultimate Tap Water Odor Guide

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

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ultimate guide to private well maintenance - BLG114

The Ultimate Guide to Well Ownership & Maintenance

What should you do to keep your water well operating properly and safe from pollutants? The ultimate guide has you covered—from installation to treatment.

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When is water safe to swim in?

When Is It Safe to Swim? Staying Healthy and Safe in Recreational Waters

Read this guide to learn about the different types of recreational water bodies, the potential contaminants, and what to look out for.

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What type of water filter is best?

What Is the Best Water Filter?

The best water filtration system is the one that best addresses your home’s water quality and your personal preferences.

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