Your senses are free test kits. Sniff the water. If it smells like rotten eggs, it’s sulfur. If it smells like a swimming pool, that’s chlorine. Taste? A metallic tang could mean copper pipes. A salty bite? Might be road salt sneaking in.
Warning: Never taste hot tap water. Hot water dissolves lead faster than cold water. That’s not a cool party trick. That’s a trip to the doctor.
The Fizz Test (Yes, Really)
Pump some water into a clear glass. Add a drop of dish soap. Shake it. If it fizzes like soda, you might have hard water. Too many minerals in there showing off. It’s harmless, but it’ll crust your coffee maker.
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If it doesn’t fizz? That’s sad water. It’s a couch potato.
