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Many people debate whether water has a taste or not. However, even if you don’t think it has a taste, you can often tell when it smells or looks wrong....
July 23, 2020
Many people debate whether water has a taste, but almost everyone can tell when something seems off. Whether it smells bad, looks cloudy, or tastes metallic, water issues often lead homeowners to buy expensive filters or rely on bottled water.
If your tap water tastes like pennies, dirt, or bleach, it may be time to invest in a reverse osmosis system.
Tap water varies in taste depending on its source:
✔️ Municipal water – Comes from rivers, lakes, or surface water, then passes through treatment plants and miles of underground pipes.
✔️ Well water – Sourced from underground aquifers, often containing naturally occurring minerals and sediments.
Water travels a long journey before reaching your home, picking up minerals, chemicals, and other elements along the way. While some variations in taste are harmless, others may indicate a bigger problem.
According to the National Sanitation Foundation, 55% of Americans worry about contaminants in their drinking water, but many don’t know what’s actually in it.
If your water looks, smells, or tastes unusual, it’s time to get it tested for contaminants like:
✔️ Nitrates & nitrites
✔️ Arsenic & chromium
✔️ Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) above EPA safety limits
A water test can determine if your tap water is unsafe or unpleasant to drink. If contaminants are present, a reverse osmosis system may be the best solution.
A reverse osmosis (RO) system purifies water by forcing it through a semi-permeable membrane, removing contaminants, impurities, and unwanted flavors.
✔️ Eliminates bad tastes, odors, and cloudy water
✔️ Reduces harmful substances like arsenic, nitrates, and lead
✔️ Provides clean, safe, and great-tasting drinking water
If you’re concerned about your tap water, Finken offers highly effective reverse osmosis systems that provide clean, refreshing water straight from your faucet.
📞 Schedule a water test today to find the best filtration system for your home!
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