Water Education
Blog posts to help you make the most out of the water in your home.

The Truth About Spring Water Is It Better
Let’s dive into the myths, the facts, and the real truth about spring water versus treated tap water.

Spotting the Hidden Signs of Water Contamination in Your Home
Water contamination in your home can often go unnoticed, but with a keen eye and a little knowledge, you can detect the warning signs before they lead to bigger problems.

The Connection Between Treated Water and Energy Efficiency: How Water Treatment Saves You Money
Treated water can make a surprising difference by improving the performance and lifespan of your household appliances. Let’s dive in.

Preparing Your Water Treatment System for Winter: A Step-by-Step Guide
Winter is here, and as temperatures drop, your water treatment system needs extra care to ensure it functions smoothly throughout the season.
A Sample EWG Report from a Local
Middle Tennessee Water District
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Contaminants that Exceed EWG Health Guidelines
- Legal does not necessarily equal safe. Getting a passing grade from the federal government does not mean the water meets the latest health guidelines.
- Legal limits for contaminants in tap water have not been updated in almost 20 years.
Chloroform
Potential Effect: Cancer
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x
EWG's Health Guideline
Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA)
Potential Effect: Cancer
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x
EWG's Health Guideline
Haloacetic acids (HAA9)†
Potential Effect: Cancer
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x
EWG's Health Guideline
Radium, combined
(-226 & -228)
Potential Effect: Cancer
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EWG's Health Guideline
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Educational Articles
The following articles will provide more education on water contents, quality of water, etc.
- http://www.water-research.net/index.php/trihalomethanes-disinfection
- https://www.wqa.org/learn-about-water/water-basics
- https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/tap-drinking-water-contaminants-pollutants/
- https://www.nytimes.com/2017/05/04/us/tapwater-drinking-water-study.html
- http://nrclabs.com/common-drinking-water-contaminants/
- http://www.cnn.com/2016/08/09/health/contaminated-water/index.html
- http://www.ewg.org/interactive-maps/2016-chromium6-lower-48.php
- https://www.cudrc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2023-Consumer-Confidence-Report.pdf
- https://www.cudrc.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/ConsumerConfidenceReport.pdf
- https://www.tennessean.com/story/news/environment/2016/10/24/epa-faults-tennessee-lax-water-quality-enforcement/92680732/
- https://www.ewg.org/tapwater/#.WZy0niiGPD5