How can I tell if my water contains too much lead?
You can have your water tested for lead at a certified DEP-accredited laboratory. This cost is the responsibility of the homeowner. Since you cannot see, taste, or smell lead in water, testing is the only sure way of knowing.
How is water used in your home? On average, 17% goes towards showering, 27% is used by the toilet, your faucet drains 15%, your clothes washer another 22%, miscellaneous needs take up 5%, and those...