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Testing with Tap Score is Easy - BLG150

Testing with Tap Score is Easy

Tap Score makes analytical lab testing simple and easy, including free shipping, so that anyone can collect a water sample and get back meaningful results

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What Do ZeroWater Filters Remove from Tap Water? - BLG196

What Do ZeroWater Filters Remove from Drinking Water?

Do ZeroWater filters work? Learn that and more, including what contaminants ZeroWater pitcher and water dispenser systems are certified to reduce in your water.

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Parents Guide to Tap Water Testing - BLG029

Expecting a Child? New Parents’ Guide to Water Safety

Is tap water safe for your baby? You should test your water to find out—drinking water analysis can help you keep your children safe at home.

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Renter's Guide to Water Filtration - BLG123

Best Water Test Kits for Renters (Quick Guide to Safe Apartment Drinking Water)

Renters’ guide to safe tap water: what to test, how to use mail-in kits like Tap Score, and renter-friendly filters to fix issues—no plumbing changes.

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certified water testing labs near me by state

Water Testing Labs Near Me: State by State Guide

Looking for a certified lab near you? Our state-by-state guide helps you understand and locate accredited water testing facilities to make the right choice.

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lead and copper rule revisions - BLG184

What Are the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR)?

What do the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR) mean for you? Learn about lead service line replacements, enhanced sampling, testing in schools, and more.

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How Is Bottled Water Regulated?

How Is Bottled Water Regulated?

Is bottled water pure and safe? To better understand the bottled water industry, it's important to understand how bottled water is regulated.

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9 heavy metals to test your tap water for

The Ultimate Guide to Heavy Metals in Drinking Water

Many naturally occurring heavy metals like lead, arsenic, chromium, etc. cannot be smelled, tasted, or seen. Find out why testing your water is important.

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