The Water Professor

27/05/2025

Fantastic to see MPs highlighting the dangers of lead in drinking water supplies. Well done Terry!

The recent passing of the government’s landmark Water (Special Measures) Act promises to bring tougher criminal charges against lawbreakers in the ...

03/01/2025

In our latest article we look at whether buying a shower head filter from Amazon could have benefits.

Discover the benefits, types, and limitations of shower filters. Learn how to choose the right filter for better skin, hair, and water quality.

03/01/2025

Many people know about the dangers of lead pipes but brass taps can also be a cause of toxic lead contamination.

Are brass kitchen taps safe? Learn about the risks of lead contamination, health impacts, and how to test your water for peace of mind.

03/01/2025

Can you drink the tap water in London? Spoiler alert ... yes.

Can you drink tap water in London? Planning a trip to London and wondering if it's safe to drink London tap water? Read on ...

14/11/2024

A village in the Cotswolds have been told not to drink their tap water due to high lead levels. A worrying problem that is sadly still present in millions of homes across the UK.

Thames Water issues a warning letter to residents in 34 properties in Bourton-on-the-Water.

30/08/2024

Back by popular demand, our fridge magnet is now shipping with every order.😃

The Water Professor experts provide independent, accurate testing for contaminants like lead and nickel. Easy-to-use water testing kits with clear reporting

21/08/2024

Behind the scenes of our Manchester laboratory, We'd love to hear your comments 👇

06/06/2024

This is a brilliant article on environmental lead contamination in the UK. It's great to see this on the front page of the FT getting the attention that such an important issue deserves. The private testing company mentioned in the final paragraphs is The Water Professor💧

As floods intensify, the threat of the toxic metal seeping into the food chain is as big a problem as sewage in rivers or air pollution

25/05/2024

In our latest blog we test a few jug filters that claim to remove fluoride, there's a clear winner!

Discover the best water filters for fluoride removal in our latest lab test review. We evaluated popular brands like Brita, Klar, and Epic Pure, revealing that while some brands struggle, Epic Pure excels, removing over 91% of fluoride.

17/07/2023

Our Chief Scientific Officer, Giles, was BBC Radio Bristol's expert today answering a question on what makes a hard water area.

17/07/2023

Frontpage article in The i Paper this weekend about lead in school drinking water.

Tests results from tap water obtained by i show the toxic metal is still being found at levels well above the standard of 10 micrograms per litre despite a ban on lead pipes in 1970

16/07/2023

A great article highlighting the painfully slow progress UK water companies are making with replacing lead pipes.

"Exposure to lead over time, even at lower levels, can cause damage to the brain and nervous system in children."

Exposure to lead over time, even at lower levels, can cause damage to the brain and nervous system in children.