Bacteria create biofilms as a habitat to live in a location which challenges their survival. Biofilms allow bacteria to take in and store nutrients from their surroundings, be protected, and continue reproducing. You may wonder, “Are biofilms a health hazard because...

At first glance, collecting a water sample seems to be as simple as following directions and selecting the right test.  But what happens when a result comes back as an exceedance of a drinking water standard?  Often, this leads to panic and the question of “what do I...

To address recurring well water quality issues, a Wisconsin monitoring team used in-depth, evidence-based diagnostics to better understand local conditions and arrive at lasting and more cost-effective solutions. Groundwater is frequently assumed to be purer than...

What is Water Hygiene? Water hygiene refers to the cleanliness of plumbing, encompassing all activities that help maintain water quality in a water system and prevent a variety of water-related issues.  Much like personal hygiene, water hygiene is maintained through a...

Are you currently looking for a home to purchase?  For some potential homebuyers, knowing where their water comes from may not be the highest priority in their search, but it can certainly become a significant and costly issue after a purchase.  Owning a home with a...