How to Tell If You Have Microplastics in Your Drinking Water

And What You Can Do About It in Arizona

Microplastics are everywhere—from the ocean to your kitchen sink. These tiny plastic particles are showing up in drinking water across the world, and yes, that includes right here in Arizona.

If you live in Phoenix, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Goodyear, or Tempe, it’s time to take a closer look at what’s actually coming out of your faucet. At Candid Water Solutions, we provide advanced filtration systems that help you take control of your home’s water quality—and eliminate harmful microplastics.

What Are Microplastics?

Microplastics are plastic particles smaller than 5mm, often invisible to the naked eye. They come from:

Breakdown of larger plastics (like water bottles)
Synthetic clothing fibers
Plastic pipes and containers
Industrial and agricultural runoff

Once in the water supply, they’re almost impossible to remove without advanced filtration.

Are Microplastics Dangerous?

Research is still emerging, but here’s what we know so far:

🚨 Microplastics can carry toxins like BPA, pesticides, and heavy metals
🚨 They’ve been found in human blood, lungs, and even placentas
🚨 Linked to hormonal disruption, inflammation, and digestive issues

Even bottled water isn’t safe—studies show it contains twice as many microplastics as tap water in some cases.

Signs Microplastics Might Be in Your Water

You won’t see or smell them, but there are a few red flags:

Water has a plastic-like taste or odor
You primarily use bottled water
Your plumbing includes older plastic pipes
Your area relies on groundwater or well water

In Arizona, especially in rural or suburban areas, groundwater can easily become contaminated with plastic particles through surface runoff or deteriorating pipes.

How to Remove Microplastics from Drinking Water

Here’s the good news: you don’t have to keep drinking plastic.

✅ Install a Reverse Osmosis (RO) System

Our RO systems use a multi-stage membrane to remove:
🧪 Microplastics
💧 Chlorine
🔩 Heavy metals
☠️ Pesticides and chemicals

This is the most effective solution for removing microplastics and improving taste, smell, and safety.

✅ Consider Whole-Home Filtration

If you want to remove microplastics from shower water, laundry, and dishes, a whole-home system is your best bet. It protects your pipes, appliances, and your body.

Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late

If you're concerned about what's in your water, we’ll test it for free. Candid Water Solutions provides custom recommendations to protect your health and your home.

📞 Schedule your free water test: (480) 482-0697
🌐 Learn more: https://www.candidh2o.com

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