The Hidden Danger of Arsenic in Your Home's Water Supply

Most homeowners assume that their water is safe to drink, but contaminants like arsenic, which occurs naturally in soil and minerals, could easily make its way into your water through runoff, leaching, and wind-blown dust. While it cannot be destroyed in the environment because it simply changes forms, it often is dissolving in water and ultimately ending up in soil or sediment. What does this mean for you and your home and how can you protect your home from this dangerous contaminant?

The Health Risks of Arsenic in Drinking Water

Drinking water is one of the most common sources of human exposure to arsenic. Prolonged exposure to arsenic in water particularly at levels above the Maximum Contaminant Level can lead to a range of serious health issues.

• Human Carcinogen: Arsenic has been classified as a known human carcinogen, linked to cancers of the skin, bladder, kidney, liver, and lung.

  
  

• Vascular Disease: Long-term arsenic exposure has been shown to cause vascular disease, leading to poor circulation in the limbs, as well as skin abnormalities such as changes in texture and color.

  
  

• Immune and Endocrine Systems: Some studies even suggest that arsenic can disrupt the immune and endocrine systems, potentially contributing to the development of Type-2 diabetes.

How Can You Keep Arsenic Out of Your Drinking Water?

If you’re concerned about arsenic in your water, you’re not alone. Homeowners everywhere are becoming more aware of the dangers posed by this hidden contaminant. Fortunately, advanced water filtration systems can effectively remove arsenic from your water supply, ensuring that your family enjoys clean, safe drinking water.

Don’t wait until arsenic becomes a problem.