Water Quality and Microbial Dynamics in Premise Plumbing

Premise plumbing (PP) includes that portion of the drinking water distribution system (DWDS) connected via the service line to houses and other buildings. Public health data shows that a significant fraction of the nation's waterborne disease outbreaks are attributable to PP systems. It is important to understand the characteristics of these systems which amplify the potential public health risk relative to the DWDS.