In the United States and Canada, millions of people rely on well water systems for drinking water and for other household uses. Because private wells are not regulated in the same way as municipal water systems, those who use them are responsible for ensuring that their water supply is safe. As such, many public agencies […]
Here’s the good news: If you buy the right water softener, it’s likely to serve you well for a long time. That said, there are many reasons why at some point, you may need to replace your water softening system. Perhaps you moved into a home with an older or non-working softener. Maybe the system […]
There are many reasons to wonder about the safety and quality of your water. Maybe you’ve just moved into a new home, or perhaps you’ve noticed your water has a peculiar taste or smell. You also could be one of the millions of Americans and Canadians who use well water in their homes. The fact […]
Water is water, right? Not quite. There are two types of water that could be in your home: soft vs. hard water. That said, there’s a good chance it’s the latter. According to the US Geological Survey, hard water exists in over 85% of the United States. So, what is the difference between soft water […]
With the right precautions, you can certainly drink well water and use it for cooking, cleaning, bathing and more. However, since private well water typically is not treated or tested by a municipal organization, you will need to make sure that you take a proactive approach to assessing the quality and safety of your water […]
If you’ve noticed signs of hard water in your home, like buildup on plumbing fixtures, soap scum on shower doors or difficulty producing a lather, you may be wondering just how hard your water is. Measuring water hardness can help you determine what kind of water softener will best meet your needs. To prepare for the next […]
There are almost as many water filter types on the market as there are different types of homes. From sophisticated pitcher filters to whole home water filtration systems, the different types of water filters are each designed to fit a specific type of lifestyle, and a different type of water. Types of Water Filters For […]
Think of chlorine water treatment as a giant disinfectant tablet on a massive scale – because that’s basically what it is. Adding chlorine to a drinking water source has been popular for more than a century, and it continues to be the most cost-effective, dependable method of water disinfection today. Though this is true, many […]
Reverse osmosis filters are often touted as one of the best types of filters on the market. From promising great tasting water to impurity removal, you’d be forgiven for thinking there wasn’t much an RO filter couldn’t do. And while reverse osmosis filters are a very effective method for filtering many kinds of contaminants and […]
With the amount of news available to us today, seemingly endless amount of information broadcasted to us about water quality issues in the United States and different places around the world, it’s difficult to understand what exactly you might need to do about your hard water problems. Needs can vary from area to area, and […]