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Identify your water’s symptoms

What’s wrong with my water?

Diagnose your water concerns based on the symptoms you notice about your drinking water. Possible causes are listed with the most likely first. Get answers to these and more questions:

  • Are there health concerns if I drink the water or shower with it?
  • What lab test can be done to confirm the problem?
  • How can I find a laboratory?
  • If there is a confirmed problem, what are possible fixes?
  • How can I find someone qualified to do the work?
  • Can I get any financial help to fix the problem?

List of water symptoms

Symptoms about smell and appearance

Symptoms about taste and feel