Many water supplies naturally include minerals such as calcium, iron, and magnesium that make the water hard. Soft Water is water that is free from these minerals. According to the US Geological Survey, 85% of water in the United States is hard. Whether the water in your home is supplied by a well or the…
Spring is the perfect time to refresh and renew your home, clearing away the buildup of dust, grime, and hard water stains that accumulate over the winter months. While many people focus on decluttering and deep cleaning, one crucial factor often goes overlooked: the quality of the water being used. Soft water, which is free from…
The water purification process does more than improve the taste of water. Water purification further refines water quality and makes it better for human consumption. In our homes, there are two main uses of water. There is the water we drink and cook with, or drinking water, and the water we use for bathing and…
The start of the year brings a sense of renewal, making it the perfect time to embrace healthier choices and set resolutions to improve your well-being. Have you made a resolution this year? What can you do to increase the likelihood of achieving it? Setting goals like losing weight, getting in shape, or improving mental…
Your water intake needs are different than others. Almost everyone is familiar with the phrase, “Drink eight, eight-ounce glasses of water each day.” When this statement originated, it was true for the average person who, at the time, weighed about 128 pounds. Things have changed since then, plus we have learned there really is no…
Each year, coming up with gift ideas begins a perplexing and often very frustrating endeavor? Will it fit? Will they like it? Will they use it once and then stick in the back of a closet or throw it away or even regift it? How can I find the perfect gift for my family, my…
What are the differences and why does it matter? A water softener has two jobs: to soften the water and to clean itself during the regeneration cycle. The goal is to find a system that can provide soft water to your home, even during regeneration, without unnecessary waste. HOW DO WATER SOFTENERS WORK? Water softeners…
Tastes and odors in water – What are the causes and how can they be treated? Pure water is colorless, tasteless, odorless, and free from any and all contaminants. But water is rarely found in its pure state. In fact, water that smells or tastes funny is a primary reason people turn to bottled water,…
The presence of bacteria and viruses in water can pose major health risks. Some of the contaminants that can be in your home’s water supply cannot be detected through sight, smell or taste. In fact, water that looks clear may not be as clean as you think. Tiny microscopic bacteria and viruses can contaminate the…
Many people believe that “water is water.’ It is wet, clear, tasteless and odorless. At least that is what we expect water to be, but that may not be an accurate description of the water in your home. Water quality and water problems vary from region to region and even house to house. How the…