5 Ways to Check the Quality of Your Drinking Water

2. See whether there are any clouds in the water.

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Look for any particles or cloudiness in the water. Take your glass of water and turn it to some light. Particles of red, orange, or brown hue may be caused by old or rusted pipes or fittings. The presence of black fragments in the water may be a sign that the hoses are beginning to deteriorate. The presence of excessive chemicals is indicated by general cloudiness.