Ensuring your water softener is operating to the best of its ability for as long as possible could be the key to saying goodbye to hard water issues in your home. If your glasses are spotty even after going through the dishwasher, your skin and hair are dull and dry, or your appliances are breaking […]
There’s no overstating the importance of water, from cleaning and bathing to drinking and cooking. In fact, life and water go hand-in-hand — one couldn’t exist without the other. It’s clear that this resource is vital — so shouldn’t we be thinking about it regularly, instead of just those moments when we need to turn […]
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 […]
Renters who are looking to avoid some of the principal challenges that new homeowners face may find it more comfortable – and affordable – to sign a lease than to take out a mortgage. However, that doesn’t mean that renting is free from its own headaches. Exploring options to make sure that you have soft, […]
There’s a lot to think about when moving to a new home, and for many people, the local water source isn’t one of them – but it should be. Why? Well water is more common in North America than you may think. According to the United States Geological Survey, about 40 million people rely on domestic […]
If you’re in the market for a water softener, you may be wondering what exactly makes Culligan systems stand out from others. Since they are high-quality compared to many competitive products, it’s natural to ask, “Are they worth it?” Here are three reasons Culligan softeners offer exceptional value and are indeed worth the money: Systems […]