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My Water Smells Musty: Causes & Solutions Have you noticed your tap water smells musty or has a moldy taste? Does the unpleasant odor remind you of damp leaves or mildew? If the answer to these questions is yes, then your water supply may be contaminated. You may be surprised to find out this is […]

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The Truth About Water Softeners: Debunking Myths Is your Michigan home’s water making daily life harder than it needs to be? If you live in Michigan, especially around Traverse City, chances are you’re dealing with hard water. However, despite the numerous side effects of hard water, many homeowners avoid installing water softeners because of common […]

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Understanding Manganese in Drinking Water: Risks, Effects, and Solutions Manganese is a naturally occurring mineral found in the earth’s crust, and it’s also present in various foods, drinking water, and soil. In small amounts, manganese is essential for human health, as it plays a role in bone formation, blood clotting, and brain function. However, when […]

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Is Your Tap Water as Safe as It Seems? Understanding Chlorine in Drinking Water Ever wondered if the water you’re drinking is as safe as it looks? We turn on the tap, and there it is—clear and ready. But is it really as safe as we assume? Many of us don’t consider the presence of […]

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New Study Reveals PFAS Contamination in Drinking Water Across Michigan Aquifers: 1 in 3 Residents Potentially Affected Up to 3.2 million Michigan residents may be drinking water tainted with PFAS, the “forever chemicals” linked to serious health issues, according to a groundbreaking national study. This means that roughly one in three Michiganders could be drawing […]

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Understanding the Risks and Solutions for Arsenic in Your Drinking Water At Pure Water Works, we recognize that water quality is a pressing concern for many families in Northern Michigan. One of the most significant issues is the presence of arsenic—a naturally occurring mineral that can pose serious health risks. In this blog post, we’ll […]

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Lead in Drinking Water: Understanding the Risks and Solutions Lead contamination in drinking water is an issue that continues to pose a serious risk, particularly to children’s health. At Pure Water Works, we believe it’s crucial for our community to understand the risks associated with lead exposure and the steps we can take to ensure […]

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Understanding Copper in Tap Water: A Guide from Pure Water Works Copper is often hailed as an essential element for our health, playing vital roles in various bodily functions, from the formation of red blood cells to maintaining nerve health. However, when it comes to drinking water, copper presents a unique challenge. While some copper […]

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Understanding Nitrate Contamination: A Call to Action for Cleaner Water At Pure Water Works, we believe that access to clean drinking water is a fundamental right. Unfortunately, one of the most pervasive contaminants threatening this right is nitrate. As we delve into the complexities of nitrate contamination, we aim to inform and empower our community […]

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Understanding Iron in Michigan Well Water: A Comprehensive Guide Iron is the most abundant metal in the universe, making up approximately 5% of the Earth’s crust. Given its prevalence in the planet’s geology, it’s no surprise that iron can also be found in the groundwater we rely on, especially in regions like Michigan, where geological […]

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