Ken G. of Hermitage, Tennessee, often spent time away from his home during the winter months. As a retiree, it wasn’t a problem for him to secure his home and enjoy himself somewhere else. Unfortunately, after one of Ken’s trips, he came home to an unpleasant surprise...
It’s something that every water utility manager has experienced: a customer opens their mailbox only to find a surprisingly large bill and their first reaction is to call your staff. In most cases, when a bill jumps up by hundreds of dollars, customers are...
Record heat expected this year, compounding the need for residential water conservation solutions The year 2023 was the warmest since records began in 1850, putting it at 2.43 degrees Fahrenheit above the preindustrial average, according to the U.S. National Oceanic...
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Residential Infrastructure Day focuses attention on the importance of these facilities and the providers who ensure that all families have equitable access to clean water, comfortable temperatures, efficiency, and communication technology in their homes through...
Author: Rowan Guthrie Maybe you don’t think about what your water pipes are made of, but you should. The type of pipe material has a big impact on your plumbing system, your water quality and your wallet. Therefore, knowing the different types can help you prevent...
Author: Kaia Koglin Lead was widely used in water pipes prior to 1986. It was easy to work with, and the health consequences of lead exposure weren't very well understood. However, we now understand the health impact of lead. Although it's no longer used for water...
Author: Geoffrey Sperring Many homes have water mains connected by lead service lines. Lead in water can cause neurological damage to children and high blood pressure, reproductive harm and cognitive impairment in adults. In 1991, the Environmental Protection Agency...
Author: Rowan Guthrie In the flurry of daily life, terms like "infrastructure" often float around in political rhetoric or distant discussions about city planning. It’s not something the average American thinks about on a normal day. Yet, as homeowners, understanding...
Author: Rowan Guthrie Water: The lifeblood of the human race. Where would we be without a steady supply of fresh, clean water? Somewhere we wouldn’t want to be, that’s for sure. That’s why ensuring the safety of our drinking water is a concern that touches the heart...