5 Ways to Check the Quality of Your Drinking Water

4. To check the flavor of the water, taste it.

It's time to apply your taste buds now. Spit the water out right away if it tastes bad. A metallic taste could indicate low pH levels or an excess of minerals in the water supply, which is typically the result of rusted pipes. If it tastes like bleach, chemicals are present. This could be the result of industrial waste or artificially removed water.

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