FAQ

How does lead get into drinking water?

• Lead enters drinking water through lead pipes and lead solder as they corrode. After a extended period the water absorbs these materials. In areas with old plumbing systems, the risk of lead contamination is higher as the waterlines are more likely to be corroded.

How can i tell there is lead in my drinking water?

• To know if there is lead in your drinking water is to test it. You can either contact your local plumber or buy a testing kit online.

What Should i do if there is lead in my water?

• Flush Your Pipes

• Use a lead water filter

• Replace lead pipes

• Contact homeowner or local plumber

Can I remove the lead by boiling the water?

• No, boiling water does not remove the lead. Use a water filter

Is lead contamination common in all areas?

• Lead contamination is more likely in older homes or neighborhoods with old water lines, especially those with lead service lines or plumbing materials containing lead.

How do I know if I has been exposed to lead?

• If you think you have been exposed to lead, especially if you live in an older home or area, you should visit a doctor. 

• Blood tests can determine whether you have lead in your body. 

What can i do to get involved?

• Advocate for more water testing and regulations

• Support and partner with organizations like EPA

• Start a fundraiser 

• push for water line replacement

What are signs my water might be unsafe to drink?

• Cloudy

• Abnormal color

• Weird taste

• Unormal smell

What is the EPA doing to address lead in drinking water?

• The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has set regulations, for example the Lead and Copper Rule, which requires public water to lower the lead and copper levels in drinking water. The EPA are also working to increase the replacement of lead pipes and reduce lead contamination risks