The systems have failed to monitor for lead and copper in accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act. The EPA also said that North Carolina has not adequately followed up on violations. Many people purchase bottled water at stores, however there is no sure way to know the quality of the water. Another way to ensure safe water is to treat our water supply at home in order to improve its purity. There are various methods available, but not all of them are very effective.
Some people think that water softeners purify their water.
This is not true. Water softeners only make water wash better. They do not decrease the level of dissolved solids. Water softening only exchanges sodium for calcium and magnesium. This exchange does not purify water for drinking.