It is the ability of water to neutralize acid. Drinking water should have a pH of 7 meaning that it's neutral. The Alkalinity of the water can maintain a neutral Ph even in the event of pollution. Alkalinity is usually only a problem at very high levels and is only a problem in heated water, for example your hot water tank or your radiators. Highly alkaline water can cause corrosion of hot water pipes, tanks and fittings. The recommended level of Alkalinity in drinking water is 20-200 mg/L.
Your result: Your water’s Alkalinity level is below the Advisory recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems.
Chloride helps keep the body maintain good blood volume, blood pressure, and pH of your body fluids. High levels of Chloride in water can cause a notable taste change. The maximum allowable limit for Chloride in drinking water is 250 mg/l.
Your result: Your water’s Chloride level is below the Advisory recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems.
Colour
0.147 PT/CO Units
Satisfactory
Water should be clear so an abnormal change will indicate a problem. Colour change examples include red/brown for iron and manganese, green/blue for copper and white for turbidity. All these indicators usually lead to staining and poor tasting or smelling water. Iron, manganese and copper are all referenced on drinking water regulations and have allowable limits. Turbidity should not be subject to change over time. .
Your result: Your water’s Colour level is below the Advisory recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems.
Surfactants have low oral acute toxicity with foaming the main issue. Side effects may also include vomiting, abdominal pain, flatulence and diarrhea. Domestic product containing surfactants such as shower gels, bubble baths, shampoos, all-purpose cleansers or liquid detergents do not pose a particular risk. But they may be life threatening or even fatal for elderly persons as they are more prone to foam aspiration after vomiting.
Your result: Your water’s Detergents (Surfactants) level is below the Advisory recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems.
Lead in drinking water can also cause a variety of adverse health effects. Lead is rarely found in source water, but enters tap water through corrosion of plumbing materials. Homes built before 1986 are more likely to have lead pipes, fixtures and solder. The most common problem is with brass or chrome-plated brass faucets and fixtures which can leach significant amounts of lead into the water, especially hot water.
Your result: Your water’s Lead level is below the Advisory recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems.
High nitrate levels in water can cause methemoglobinemia or blue baby syndrome, a condition found especially in infants under six months. The stomach acid of an infant is not as strong as in older children and adults. This causes an increase in bacteria that can readily convert nitrate to nitrite (NO2). Do not let infants drink water that exceeds 10 mg/l NO3-N. This includes formula preparation.
Your result: Your water’s Nitrates level is below the EU recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems.
Odour
0.015 Odour units
Satisfactory
Strong Chlorine taste or smell - Generally this occurs when the water is treated at the water treatment plant to disinfect it. The addition of chlorine is used to kill off bacteria and other harmful microorganisms. Metallic taste - Some water systems have a high mineral concentration giving the consumer a salty or soda taste. In the case of Iron and Manganese, a strong metallic taste is readily detected. Rotten egg odor - This is usually a result of decaying organic deposits underground.
Your result: Your water’s Odour level is below the Advisory recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems.
Fats, Oils and Grease (or the waste-water industry’s term, “FOG”) can cause serious problems in your sewer system. From spills to clogged pipes, these contaminants can debilitate any hydrologic system through coagulation within internal piping and over time—cause manhole overflows, sewage spills and backups into public homes and businesses.
Your result: Your water’s Oil, Fats and Grease level is below the EU recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems.
This test measures the acidity of your water. Acidity has no direct health effects as such, but acid water generally contains high levels of metals leached from underground deposits. In addition, if your piping is copper your water will have elevated copper levels, leading to indirect health effects, as well as potential problems with corrosion of copper hot water tanks and piping. A very low pH can also have an aggravating effect on some peoples skin.
Your result: Your water’s pH level is 0.149 times the Advisory recommended value, so you may be experiencing some or all of these problems.
Sodium is a dietary mineral, partially responsible for nerve functions. Sodium shortages may lead to dehydration, convulsion, muscle paralysis, decreased growth and general numbness. People with heart and kidney disease are recommended a sodium poor diet.
Your result: Your water’s Sodium level is below the EU recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems.
People not used to drinking water with high levels of sulfate can experience dehydration and diarrhea. Kids are often more sensitive to sulfate than adults. As a safety measure, water with a sulfate level exceeding 400 mg/l should not be used in the preparation of baby food. Older children and adults become used to high sulfate levels after a few days
Your result: Your water’s Sulphate level is below the Advisory recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems.
Too much phosphate can cause health problems, such as kidney damage and osteoporosis. Phosphate shortages can also occur. These are caused by extensive use of medicine. Too little phosphate can cause health problems.
Zinc plays a key role in maintaining vision, and is present in high concentrations in the eye. Zinc deficiency can alter vision, and severe deficiency can cause changes in the retina (back of the eye where an image is focused). Zinc is believed to lessen symptoms of the rhinovirus (common cold). Also, evidence suggests that zinc shows antiviral activity against the herpes virus. Low zinc levels can be associated with male infertility, sickle cell disease, HIV, depression, and type 2 diabetes.
Your result: Your water’s Zinc level is 0.068 times the EU recommended value, so you may be experiencing some or all of these problems.
