Arsenic

Arsenic in drinking water can be dangerous for many reasons. Odorless and tasteless, arsenic is carcinogenic and deadly to humans.

How does arsenic enter our water supply? It is naturally found in the soil, air, plants, and animals, and it’s used in metals, drugs, semiconductors, and cleansers. But most industrial arsenic can be found in wood preservatives.

If any of those materials are near a water reserve, contamination becomes increasingly likely. There are levels of arsenic in the water of the Western, Midwestern, and Northeast United States, and all of them are closely watched at water treatment facilities. However, those who get their water supply from a well may not have this luxury. 

If you think your water needs to be checked for arsenic, it needs to be sent to a certified lab. The experts at Mel's Water/CIMS Water Solutions can help you get started and help you find a filtration system that will reduce arsenic in your water supply.