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The price of health, hygiene and convenience

Dave Gaylinn posted on 8/14/2020 10:42:00 AM

When you factor in all its health and hygiene benefits, water becomes a bargain. But there is a price to pay for the convenience of having that water flow from your faucets, showerheads and toilets on demand, every time you need it.

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The Plain Talk Series - #62

posted on 4/30/2018 12:18:00 PM

Today's question: Fixing a broken water pipe looks like a dirty job. How is the inside of the pipe cleaned afterward?

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The Plain Talk Series - #61

posted on 11/30/2017 11:32:00 AM

Today's question: How can I tell if my toilet is leaking?

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The Plain Talk Series - #60

posted on 8/23/2017 9:10:00 AM

Today's question: How is the water from my refrigerator door different from my tap water?

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The Plain Talk Series - #59

posted on 5/26/2017 6:44:00 AM

Today's question: Why does drinking water often look cloudy when first drawn from a faucet?

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The Plain Talk Series - #58

posted on 4/13/2017 4:14:00 AM

Today’s question: Is water that meets government drinking water standards absolutely safe?

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The Plain Talk Series - #57

posted on 3/17/2017 4:12:00 AM

Today’s question: Do oil spills pollute drinking water sources?

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The Plain Talk Series - #56

posted on 2/17/2017 3:49:00 AM

Today's question: Is distilled water the "perfect" drinking water?

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The Plain Talk Series - #55

posted on 1/20/2017 3:53:00 AM

Today's question: Is urban runoff treated before being discharged into drinking water sources?

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The Plain Talk Series - #54

posted on 12/19/2016 2:45:00 AM

Today's question: What would happen if somebody intentionally put a dangerous chemical in our water?

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