Common contaminants found in untreated drinking water may include pathogens, arsenic, chlorine and lead. These and other substances can give water a bad taste or odor. In some cases, contaminants may contribute to health concerns.
For more information about water conditions in your area on the effects of water contaminants, visit the links below.
EcoWater Systems Informational Brochures
EcoWater Systems Free Guides
Ground Water and Drinking Water
Water Where You Live
Other water links:
U.S. Geological Survey, National Water-Quality Assessment (NAWQA) Program
Water Environment Federation
US Water News
http://www.uswaternews.com/homepage.html
Water Industry News
NSF International
Water Quality Association
Wikipedia
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_treatment
Hard Water Facts
Other useful links:
Energy Star
Upcoming Events:
Texas Home and Garden Shows.
http://www.texashomeandgarden.com/
Homeowner.net
Cowtown Marathon
http://www.cowtownmarathon.org/
Neil Sperry Gardening Expert Home Shows



