Clean point-of-use water systems for Atlanta

Yes, Atlanta tap water is considered safe for consumption and everyday use in office settings. The City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management adheres to strict state and federal guidelines, routinely testing for contaminants and providing public water quality reports.

For offices in older buildings, particularly those with aging pipes, it may be wise to install a point-of-use water filtration system to ensure optimal taste and safety. Providing filtered water can also be a small investment that contributes to employee satisfaction and well-being.

Consider regular plumbing maintenance and water testing to ensure safe water quality in workplace kitchens, bathrooms, and break areas.

No, Atlanta’s water is classified as soft to moderately soft, which is good news for commercial plumbing and appliances. Lower mineral content means:

• Less scale buildup in water heaters, coffee machines, and HVAC systems
• Reduced maintenance costs over time
• Better performance from dishwashers, ice makers, and other break room equipment

Still, if your building is experiencing residue or equipment issues, it may be due to internal plumbing or outdated fixtures—not water hardness.

If you are worried about hard water or contaminants in your building’s drinking water, contact Culligan Quench to find clean drinking water solutions for your business.

Atlanta’s municipal water is tested daily by the City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management to ensure it meets or exceeds EPA and Georgia Environmental Protection Division standards. These routine tests monitor for contaminants such as lead, chlorine levels, bacteria, and industrial pollutants.

For commercial properties and offices, water quality can also be affected by internal plumbing, especially in older buildings. It’s recommended that businesses conduct periodic in-house water testing, particularly if employees report unusual taste, color, or odor.

It’s recommended that you schedule annual or semi-annual testing of your building’s water lines—especially if your office relies on equipment like ice machines, commercial coffee makers, or drinking fountains.

While Atlanta’s public water supply is considered safe, trace levels of certain contaminants can occasionally be detected. These may include:

• Lead – from aging pipes in older buildings
• Chlorine – used in treatment, sometimes noticeable by taste or odor
• PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) – synthetic chemicals found in trace amounts nationwide
• Disinfection byproducts (DBPs) – such as trihalomethanes, formed during treatment

For businesses, especially in healthcare, food service, or large office settings, installing a point-of-use water filtration system can help mitigate these concerns and improve water quality for employees and clients.

Yes, fluoride is added to Atlanta’s drinking water in accordance with state and federal guidelines to support dental health. The fluoride concentration is carefully monitored and kept within safe limits recommended by the CDC—typically around 0.7 mg/L.

For businesses, this means there’s no need for additional fluoride treatment unless specified for specialized health or industrial uses. If you would prefer to offer your workers and clients drinking water without fluoride, consider a point-of-use system with reverse osmosis filtration to remove fluoride from your tap water.

A boil water advisory in Atlanta is rare but can happen due to water main breaks, severe weather, or infrastructure work. To minimize disruption, businesses should have a basic water safety plan in place. Here’s how to prepare:

1. Stay informed: Sign up for alerts from the Atlanta Watershed Management and monitor local news.
2. Stock emergency supplies: Keep bottled water or water dispensers on hand for employees and customers.
3. Post clear notices: Let staff and tenants know not to use tap water for drinking, brushing teeth, or food prep.
4. Protect equipment: Shut down ice machines, coffee makers, and other water-using appliances during the advisory. Click here to learn how to protect your point-of-use units during a boil advisory.
5. Flush systems afterward: Once lifted, flush taps and appliances according to city guidelines.

Businesses in food service or healthcare should also have a written SOP (standard operating procedure) ready for boil water scenarios.