BALTIMORE LEAD(Pb) POISONING DEFENSE ATTORNEYS: LEAD(Pb) IN DRINKING WATER

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Lead in drinking water is a legitimate issue in many older cities and communities in the United States. Residential structures are certainly not the only sources of lead. Lead-based solder in pipes and other plumbing fixtures, etc., has been banned in the
 United States since 1988, but homes built prior to then often have lead solder that corrodes into drinking water. It must be noted, as well, that lead-based paint for residential and other consumer uses was banned in America in 1978.




It is extremely difficult (if at all possible) to tell whether pipes leak lead by looking at them, but a simple chemical test can identify it. If you want to have your water tested for lead(Pb), ask your local, city, county, or state health or environment department about qualified lead-testing professionals or laboratories.


If you are having plumbing work done in an older (pre 1978-built) home, check for lead pipes and make sure the plumber does not use lead solder. Even new faucets and fixtures can often put some lead into the water; which is one reason why we recommend that homeowners or tenants"'run the faucet" for one minute before using water for drinking and  cooking purposes. And, never use hot water for drinking, cooking, or especially for making baby formula. Heat tends to increase the leaching (percolating) of lead(Pb) into water.


If you do have lead in your water, several devices are available to reduce corrosion, including calcite filters, distillation units, and reverse-osmosis devices. Get qualified advice and consultation before buying or leasing a device, as their effectiveness can vary. Also, be aware that water softeners and carbons, sand and cartridge filters are not effective for removing lead.