Taste

Southern Nevada's water supply meets or exceeds all state and federal drinking water standards. However, the taste of tap water may not appeal to you. Most people complain about the taste of chlorine, which is added during the water-treatment process.

Use these tips to help improve the flavor of your tap water:

• Put a pitcher of tap water in the refrigerator. This allows the chlorine to dissipate. After just a few hours, you'll notice an improvement in flavor.
  
  
• Add a lemon or orange slice. You'll add zest and overcome the chlorine taste simply by overpowering it.
  
  
• Filter your water. There are hundreds of filter options at varying costs, but an inexpensive activated carbon filter, like those found in carafe systems, can improve taste and odor perceptions associated with chlorine. These filters do not remove hardness, minerals, sodium or fluoride.

The Southern Nevada Water Authority can't recommend any specific home water treatment system, but we can help you make an informed decision. For a water-quality information packet, fill out our interest form.