These days in the news, we hear too much about chemical spills, leaking oil tanks, toxic waste sites, pharmaceuticals in tap water and pesticide use which can cause a lot of concern for homeowners when it comes to drinking water contamination. Whether you get your water from a private well or a municipal water system, […]
Households using municipal or rural water supplies can depend on their local water utility to follow Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines for maximum levels of contaminants. However, private well owners are not monitored by government agencies. This means the owner must take responsibility for the condition of the system, routine testing and costs and water […]
Water in California is an educational service provided by Pacific Coast Water Systems to help consumers stay informed about the water they use in their homes. It includes the latest water news and information as well as links to current water events.