Check Your Water With One of these Water Quality Do It Yourself Test Kits

You can check your water with water quality do it yourself kits. On average, a person will use 72.5 gallons of water a day. But is that water you are using safe for humans? Commercial water testing can be expensive, so make sure you know what to test for and how often to do it.

Municipalities are now required to send these to homeowners yearly. This report will tell you about the water that is coming to your house. You can obtain one of these Confidence Reports (CCR) from your local water district.

Testing clarity in water. You should run some tap water into a clear glass and look closely at it in good lighting. Is it clear or discolored? Do you see sediment in the water? Smell the water, and in most locations you can expect a faint smell of chlorine (similar to a swimming pool) if you are on a city water supply, but any other smell, like that of rotten eggs raises red flags and your water should be tested immediately. Check your drains, fixtures and porcelain items such as toilets and tubs for red, green, blue or brown staining. Continue Reading Check Your Water With Water Quality Do It Yourself Test Kits Here