How Lead Can Affect Drinking Water at the Tap
‹ ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT It is a common misconception that lead is an ingredient in our water supply. In reality, lead rarely exists in the water as it flows from municipal treatment plants. Instead, the problem occurs when water interacts with the plumbing materials between the water main in the street and your kitchen faucet. Understanding […]
What Families Should Know About Lead Before Buying a Home
‹ ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Buying a home is one of the most exciting milestones a family can achieve. It’s a time of envisioning future memories, school districts, and community connections. However, beneath the fresh paint and staging, there is a technical reality that every parent should investigate before signing the closing documents: the safety of the […]
A Brooklyn Family Guide to Lead in Brownstones
‹ ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Brooklyn’s iconic brownstones are architectural treasures, but for many families, they are also a reminder of an era when building standards were very different. If you are raising a family in a historic Brooklyn home, you might have wondered: Does my classic townhouse hide a modern-day health concern in its pipes? It […]
Why Children and Lead Should Never Be an Afterthought
‹ ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT When we think about the hazards we shield our children from, our minds often jump to immediate, visible dangers—sharp corners, busy streets, or household chemicals. However, lead in drinking water represents a “silent” risk. Because it is invisible, odorless, and tasteless, it is easy to relegate to the back of our minds. […]
A Manhattan Parent’s Guide to Checking Water for Lead
‹ ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT For many Manhattan parents, the city’s tap water is a point of pride—often touted as some of the best-tasting in the country. However, knowing that your home might have aging, “legacy” infrastructure can turn that daily glass of water into a source of worry. If you live in an older Manhattan building, […]
How Families Can Think More Clearly About Lead Without Panic
‹ ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT How Families Can Think More Clearly About Lead Without Panic It is natural to feel a spike of anxiety when you hear the word “lead” in the context of your children’s health. We are hardwired to react to potential threats to our family’s safety. However, when it comes to lead in drinking […]
Why Lead Still Matters in Older Homes Across NYC and North NJ
‹ ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT If you live in an older home in New York City or Northern New Jersey, you are part of a region with some of the most historic—and complex—water infrastructure in the United States. While the water leaving our treatment plants is typically high-quality and lead-free, the journey from the street to your […]
A Parent’s Guide to Lead in Drinking Water
‹ ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT As a parent, your primary instinct is to protect your children. You baby-proof your home, monitor their nutrition, and ensure they get enough sleep. But one of the most important aspects of your child’s environment—the water they drink, bathe in, and use to mix their formula—is often something we take for granted. […]