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‹ ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Because New York City’s municipal water is rigorously tested by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) before it reaches your street, many residents assume that testing their internal home plumbing is unnecessary. However, the journey from the
‹ ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT We often take the safety of our tap water for granted, especially living in a city that prides itself on having some of the highest-quality municipal water in the world. However, the journey from the upstate reservoirs
‹ ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Living in New York City offers unparalleled access to culture, transit, and diversity. Yet, beneath the veneer of modern high-rises and historic brownstones lies a complex, aging infrastructure that has carried water to millions of residents for