Just back from vacation? Run your taps for at least a minute before drinking the water or showering.
Quality Degradation Vitens, the trusted Dutch water authority, recommends this. Water stagnant in pipes loses its quality over time.
Added Risks
In warm conditions, Legionella bacteria can grow. Inhaling contaminated shower mist can make you sick.
Flush the Shower Too Run the showerhead into a bucket first to avoid mist formation.
Do you flush taps after vacation, or does it slip your mind?
