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March 16, 2026

Do you really need a water filter? Here's what experts say

  • Concerns about aging pipes, a group of chemicals known as PFAS and taste have fueled a booming market for filters.
    • By KIKI SIDERIS
    Associated Press

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    Here's how to check your local water quality, when water testing makes sense and how to choose a filter that addresses your concerns without wasting money.

    U.S. tap water is generally safe and high quality. But that doesn't mean every glass tastes the same, or that every building's plumbing delivers identical water to the faucet.


     
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