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Lead Water Main? Know your Options

Monday, March 18th, 2019

water-line-repairLead in water is a health hazard that has become major news over the past few years. Lead in drinking water can be harmful, especially to children and infants, and any homeowner should reduce their lead exposure. According to the EPA and the Center for Disease Control, even low levels of lead exposure can create health complications. Lead exposure has been linked to damage to the central and peripheral nervous system, learning disabilities in children, stunted growth, impaired hearing, and impaired formation and function of blood cells.

The major place where your home may have lead entering the water is through a lead water main. We want to address this problem and what you can do about it.

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