WHAT ARE BLUE-GREEN ALGAE? Blue-green algae also referred to as algae blooms or algal blooms, are a slimy green substance that forms a layer of scum on the surface of bodies of water like ponds, lakes and in some cases the ocean. The scientific term for the substance is cyanobacteria and it is, in fact,…
The signs you may need a water softening system in your home or business may include: What is the difference between hard and soft water? The hardness of water is determined primarily by the amount of calcium and magnesium it contains. Higher levels of these and other minerals make water hard. Water softening systems work by reducing the concentrations…
Cloudy water can be concerning. Learn more about what causes cloudy water, and how to address it to make your home’s water better. Cloudiness, murkiness or grayish water can be unsightly and concerning if you don’t know what the cause is. It is usually caused by dissolved or suspended solids or excess air in the…
Kinetico received a Christmas present right before the big day. On Christmas Eve, Drew Scott of Property Brothers fame posted a video about his Kinetico system on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Check out “At Home with Linda and Drew Scott” on YouTube (see video below). Drew is so enthusiastic and articulate, and he has…
Scott Schlaker, Production Manager at Kinetico, “Kinetico Premier Series systems are the most efficient, highest performing and longest lasting systems that Kinetico offers. They all use a large port MAC control valve which can handle the high control rate of larger homes and with their freeborn media tank design that can also be applied in…
DEFINITION: Water filtering is a method used to filter out undesired chemical compounds, organic and inorganic materials, and biological contaminants from water. The purpose of water filtration is to provide clean drinking water. There are three methods of water purification: reverse osmosis (RO), distillation, and ultraviolet (UV). A water filter is a device where water flows…
What is Reverse Osmosis? Reverse osmosis, is, or RO, is a water treatment process in which water passes through a semi-permeable membrane. Reverse osmosis is known for producing great-tasting pure water and being highly effective for contaminant removal. How does RO work? The reverse osmosis process uses a semi-permeable membrane to separate water from contaminants. “Semi-permeable” means…
We are super excited to reveal Kinetico’s connection with Jonathan Scott – one of the Scott Brothers of Property Brothers fame. That’s right, Kinetico was selected as the water treatment provider for Jonathan Scott’s publicized “Park House” renovation. Jonathan Scott was concerned about the quality of the water in the home he recently purchased. Doing…
How can hard water affect your hair? “If you’ve ever washed your hands and noticed a film on them afterward, this is the result of hard water. Imagine what its doing to your hair. That’s because hard water contains a buildup of minerals, such as calcium and magnesium. This produces a film on the hair,…
WHAT IS HARD WATER? As water travels to your home, it comes into contact with minerals such as calcium and magnesium. As the water passes over these minerals they will begin to dissolve into the water. The more minerals dissolve and are held by the water, the water’s hardness will increase. Some symptoms of hard…