Hardness in water can indicate high concentrations of calcium, magnesium and other dissolved minerals. In general, this includes 120-180 ppm of iron, calcium and magnesium, or at least 61 milligrams per liter or higher of calcium carbonate concentration. While magnesium and calcium are essential for our health and wellbeing, high amounts of these minerals in […]
Although you probably don’t spend much time pondering the pH levels of everyday objects — not since your last chemistry class, anyway — this measurement of acidity vs. alkalinity remains a big part of life whether you notice it or not. Even you have a pH level — about 7.40. The human body has natural […]
Making the decision to have a water softener installed is the first step toward cleaner, soft water throughout your home. You’ll no longer have to deal with common hard water problems such as spotty glasses and shower doors; buildup in faucets, showerheads and water-using appliances; and dry skin and hair. Once you’ve purchased a water […]
There are a wide variety of reasons that you might decide to schedule a home water test. Any household that relies on municipal water could benefit from a more thorough understanding of their water quality, and well water users should have their water tested at least annually. What else should prompt a water test? Perhaps […]
Whether you’re a first-time homeowner or moving into a new place, the journey to buying a new home can be such an exciting one – but it’s easy to develop tunnel vision in the process. It’s common for new homeowners to fixate on a specific feature or benefit of their prospective home, leaving some of […]