If it’s not treated, hard water can do a number on your pipes and appliances. That’s because without removing hard minerals like calcium and magnesium, mineral buildup can occur, clogging your pipes and causing your appliances to break more often. The costs associated with repairs and replacements due to hard water are significant. Investing in […]
Homes across the country have hard water, making residential water softeners one of the more popular investments because they can save you a lot of time, money and energy. But, with so many brands and types of water softeners on the market, how will you ever decide? What is the best one for your home? […]
When it comes to your water quality and the ways you can improve it or soften it, a lot of extensive experience and training is required. If you don’t have a background in installation, maintenance or repairing water treatment systems – or maybe you don’t even know which product to buy – there are professionals […]
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 […]
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