Most Recent Articles

A source of reliable insights on PUR pitcher filters. Our unbiased overview reveals what contaminants PUR filters are certified to treat.

How do you know if your water filter is working? The only way to know is to test your water, conducting something called "performance testing."

Does boiling your water make it safe to drink? Find out if boiling tap water can get rid of all bacteria and chemicals and how it changes the way water...

Worried about contaminants in your tap water that might cause cancer? Laboratory water testing is the best way to learn about carcinogenic drinking water contaminants

A quick guide to highlight the basics of why water quality can vary over time, why sampling methods matter, and what that means for you.

Why do people test their water? From unusual colors or smells, to water filtration systems, and simple curiosity, a guide to home water testing possibilities.

Which common water filter review methods—red dye test, the taste test, TDS meters and more—are an accurate indication of drinking water quality?

From Brita and PUR to Aquasana and ZeroWater, this affiliate-free guide explores filters certified to NSF/ANSI standards for the reduction of lead.