Who wants the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth? We all do! Sometimes we get confused, however, when we read or hear of different opinions, “new” facts, and the latest trends. It happens all the time in the water treatment industry, and we’d like to clear up a few misconceptions. Here are […]
Salt is salt, right? When it comes to water softener salt, that statement isn’t exactly true. There are several different salt varieties, some of which are better for your water softener than others. Let’s take a look at the 3 most common types and the pros and cons of each. Types of water softener […]
Water is an essential part of human existence, there’s no doubt about that. From personal care activities like showering and doing laundry, to watering our lawns and washing cars, water plays a big role in our daily lives. With the human body being composed of approximately 60% water, it also affects our health. The question […]
Hard water really makes life … well … hard! There are some extra minerals in hard water that can be hard to remove on a daily basis. Magnesium and calcium are usually more present than just those hydrogen and oxygen atoms. Groundwater often percolates through limestone where it picks up calcium and magnesium deposits. While […]
Do you have hard water? Are you wondering if you should do something about it? Well, before you make a decision about whether or not to treat it, we want to make sure you are armed with plenty of information first. Does your water leave stains and residue on dishes and glassware? Are your shower […]
Hard water is all too much of a reality for millions of Americans. In fact, according to the U.S. Geological Survey, 85 percent of American homes have problems with hard water. That means a lot of people are dealing with unnecessary problems while living without a water softener. Even though hard water is less of […]
Without a water softener, many homeowners attempt to deal with the obvious and annoying side effects of hard water. Until you live with softened water, you may be spending too much time, energy and money on your everyday home chores. Cleaning, laundering, showering, and doing dishes become difficult and time-consuming tasks that could be easier […]
Hard water doesn’t come easy. In fact, it comes with many problems and extra work for you. Although it may not be dangerous to your health, it could be dangerous to your good attitude. Homes dealing with hard water without a water softener are using more chemicals to remove stains and buildup, buying more soaps […]
Safe drinking water is necessary for survival. We know that. But have you ever thought about its other uses? Take a moment to ponder this! Much of our day involves this natural resource. Washing our hands, taking a shower, cleaning our house, washing our clothes and dishes. Since water is a major part of our […]
These days, the media is full of doom and gloom about the state of our nation’s economy. Everywhere you look, we are bombarded by messages about unemployment, high gas prices, and people losing their homes. It seems that if there was ever a time to think about saving money, this would be it. But where […]
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