How Do Water Softeners Work?
JULY 12, 2023Water softeners benefit homes by removing the minerals in hard water. Hard water deposits minerals on skin, hair, dishes, pipes and water appliances. These minerals are safe to consume, but they can gradually damage your pipes and irritate your skin and hair. Water softeners remove harmful minerals to provide homes with water that's gentle on surfaces. Installing a water softener protects your pipes from damage,...
What Bacteria Can Be Found in Drinking Water?
FEBRUARY 2, 2021Most people assume that public water is always bacteria-free. After all, public water systems are designed to deliver water that is safe to drink and to use for daily tasks like bathing...
What Are the Effects of Iron in Water?
AUGUST 12, 2020If you live in an area like eastern Pennsylvania with many iron deposits in the surrounding limestone and dolomite, chances are you may have high concentrations of iron in your...
Top 10 Ways Water Benefits the Body
JUNE 2, 2020Water makes up a large percentage of human body composition — it accounts for about 75% of a newborn’s body weight and drops to around 55% percent in older adults. Blood plasma,...
The Best Water for Your Aquarium
MAY 21, 2020Home aquariums can enhance your home aesthetic and mood. You know how important it is that your fish have a beneficial aquatic environment so they stay healthy for as long...
What to Know About Owning a Well
MAY 7, 2020If you’re buying a house with a well and have never owned one before, you may be wondering how well water is different from public water and whether it can...
What Size Water Softener Do I Need?
MARCH 3, 2020If you are experiencing spotted dish ware or if your appliances are wearing out more quickly than they should, there’s a chance your water is hard. Hard water can be...