Reply To: Tips on Checking for Bugs

Oomis, when I lived in Brooklyn, my rav said I did NOT have to filter the water. I did NOT see the bugs ever. I also work in water treatment and I don’t believe its really a halachic issue. But, to each his (or her) own psak.

Also, we asked our Rabbi about filtering water from the tap where we live now. He said as long as there was no electronic parts, it was not a problem (i didn’t ask about borer). Our water is undrinkable due to lead pipes in the street. Also, most water sources have filtration plants along their lines so even if you drink directly from the tap, the water is filtered.