Whether you have city water or well water, you can have water problems.
Whether you have well water or city water, there are water treatment solutions to improve your water. Water treatment methods differ based on the way water will be used in your home, possible contaminants in the water, and your unique water needs. Water varies greatly from one home to the next, and people’s water treatment needs vary too. To find out what water treatment solutions are best for your home, schedule a free water test.
Hard Water
Dry skin and hair; scaled surfaces and fixtures; soap scum in bathtubs; spots on glasses, silverware, and fixtures; dull, dingy clothing; reduced appliance performance; and shortened service life of water-using appliances are all problems frequently caused by hard water.
Hard water contains dissolved calcium, magnesium, and iron. Most water supplies contain hardness, whether it is supplied by a well or a municipality. In many cases, consumers don’t realize they have hard water or understand the constant and expensive harm it causes. If you suspect your home is suffering from hard water, it is best to have your water tested to find out if it is classified as hard. Approximately 85% of the homes in the US have hard water. Most city water is hard, even though some water treatment plants may soften water to an extent, most do not supply truly “soft” water. LEARN MORE
Iron In Water
Many homeowners notice their water leaves a rust stain on surfaces throughout their homes. When these reddish-orange stains appear, it often means your water contains iron. Some of the most common iron staining issues are water rings in toilet bowls and the toilet tank, reddish-orange stains in your dishwasher or washing machine, and red and orange stains on clothing after it has been washed. LEARN MORE
Chlorine Taste & Smell
Does your water taste or smell like chlorine? Learn why chlorine is added to water, the signs there may be excess chlorine, and how to reduce the chlorine level in your water.
Chlorine can dry skin, causing it to be flaky, red, and irritated. It can also dry out hair, making it brittle and unmanageable. Clothing and laundry can fade. Rubber seals in all your water-using appliances can be damaged or destroyed. It's especially concerning when chlorine reacts with organic matter in the water. It can produce dangerous disinfection byproducts that can cause illness over an extended amount of time. LEARN MORE
Drinking Water Issues
In its purest possible state water is colorless, tasteless, odorless, and free from contaminants. But water is never really found in its pure state. Rotten egg smells, metallic tastes and odors, and earthy or muddy taste and odor can all be issues with your drinking water. Chlorine or bleach smells can also occur.
Water that smells or tastes funny is a primary reason people turn to bottled water, which is expensive and taxing on the environment. Millions of barrels of oil are used each year to produce and transport bottled water, and billions of plastic bottles are added to our landfills. Plus, bottled water is simply filtered tap water, in many cases. Instead of dealing with the expense, inconvenience, and guilt that comes with buying bottled water, get your water tested, and install the appropriate water treatment system for clean and refreshing water right in your home. LEARN MORE
PFAS/Forever Chemicals
GenX, PFOA, PFOS, and VOCs are manmade chemical pollutants that come from manufacturing processes. These toxic “forever chemicals” do not break down and can have significant effects on human health ranging from minor to severe, including organ damage, infertility, birth defects, and cancer.
The EPA, (Environmental Protection Agency) has released a new warning about PFAS. Certain PFAS, or per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances, found in drinking water can pose serious health risks. Even at low or undetectable levels, compounds in this family (of over 5,000 compounds in total) — like GenX, PFOA, and PFOS — can cause physical problems. LEARN MORE
Virus/Bacteria
Some of the contaminants that can be in your home’s water supply cannot be detected through sight, smell, or taste. In fact, water that looks clear may not be as clean as you think. Tiny microscopic bacteria and viruses can contaminate the water you drink every day and can cause any number of adverse health effects.
There are many ways bacteria can enter the water supply such as leaking septic tanks, feedlot runoff, aging water distribution pipes, flood or surface water entering a well, or contamination from animals, plants, or insects. Bacteria and viruses are more common in well water, but they can also be found in city water. Municipalities do a great job providing you with safe water, but things can happen to water once it leaves the treatment plant that can contaminate your home's water. LEARN MORE
Lead In Water
Lead is a natural metal that is found both in the natural environment and in man-made materials such as lead-based paint, batteries, ammunition, pipes, and solder. Many years ago, higher levels of lead were found in products such as paint, gas, solder, and ceramics. Due to health concerns relating to lead poisoning, levels in these types of products were reduced and restrictions were put into place. It has been shown that by reducing the lead levels in these items, the levels in our blood have also decreased. LEARN MORE
