MITIGATION & MONITORING OF DRINKING WATER CONTAMINANTS
Water corrosivity is a significant factor affecting the quality of drinking water, especially as it can lead to the leaching of harmful metals like lead from aging infrastructure. Corrosive water, driven by factors such as low pH, alkalinity, and the presence of chlorides and sulfates, can pose serious health risks if left unaddressed.
UNDERSTANDING WATER CORROSIVITY & MITIGATION STRATEGIES
Factors Contributing to Water Corrosivity:
- pH Levels: Acidic water with lower pH levels is more likely to dissolve lead from pipes.
- Alkalinity: Low alkalinity makes water more corrosive by reducing its ability to neutralize acids.
- Chlorides and Sulfates: Higher concentrations of these compounds can increase water’s corrosiveness.
- Temperature: Warmer water speeds up corrosion and increases lead leaching risks.
- Water Hardness: Soft water, with low levels of calcium carbonate, is more prone to causing corrosion.
WATER EXPERTS
Our team of experts works tirelessly to monitor, test, and improve water quality, ensuring that your tap water meets or exceeds all regulatory standards.
MITIGATION STRATEGIES
LEAD MITIGATION
• Corrosion Control Treatment: Adjusting water chemistry to control pH and alkalinity
• Lead Service Line Replacement: Replacing aging lead pipes with safer materials offers a permanent solution.
• Point-of-Use Filtration: Installing certified filtration systems (e.g., reverse osmosis or activated carbon) ensures safe tap water
• Public Education: Raising awareness on flushing pipes or using cold water helps minimize lead exposure.
COPPER MITIGATION
• Corrosion Control: Like lead, adjusting the pH level in water can reduce copper leaching.
• Pipe Replacement: Severely corroded copper pipes may need to be replaced with alternatives like PVC or PEX.
• Water Softeners: Reducing water hardness with softeners helps prevent copper corrosion.
• Pipe Flushing: Regular flushing of pipes can decrease copper concentration in stagnant water.
LITHIUM MITIGATION
• Reverse Osmosis Systems: These systems effectively filter out lithium ions from water supplies.
• Ion Exchange Systems: These systems remove lithium by replacing it with less harmful ions such as sodium.
• Remote Monitoring: Utilizing advanced systems like EnviroZense for real-time corrosion monitoring and environmental controls can help quantify risk and prevent contamination..
TEAM WATER-GENICS
As environmental factors change, our focus remains on the long-term sustainability of your water supply. We are continually researching and developing new methods to detect , lead, copper and lithium in drinking water and improve water treatment and corrosion monitoring, including the use of sensors and innovative technologies to detect and address issues before they become widespread.
At Water-Genics, your safety is our priority. If you have any concerns about the safety quality of your drinking water, please reach out to us—we are here to help ensure that every drop of water you drink is safe and clean.
