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Hard water may seem harmless, but it can cause extensive damage. The minerals that make water hard, such as calcium and magnesium, can cause mineral buildup and corrosion in your appliances, reducing their efficiency and life spans. Further, hard water can harm your skin and hair. Hard Water will void most appliance warranties. Fortunately, there…
Have you ever experienced the frustration of running out of water at the office and no one wanting to replace the water jug? Or worse yet, being entirely out of fresh, clean water until the next delivery? With a bottleless water cooler, you won’t have those worries. Instead of relying on jugs, a bottleless water…
Reno tap water may meet legal requirements, but legal federal requirements are not always as high as the personal standards you have for your family. Reno water contaminants like chlorine disinfection byproducts, arsenic, and hardness present health concerns as well as aesthetic issues for your body and your home. Investing in a quality water filtration…
Water hardness in Northern Nevada is high, making it necessary for many homeowners to invest in water softeners. Reno, Nevada’s city water can have hard water due to its water supply sources. As groundwater flows through rocks and soil, it collects mineral deposits that remain in the water through the water treatment process. These minerals…
Study shows that many household wells need better drinking water treatment and monitoring Outside of Nevada’s bustling cities, private wells are the primary source of drinking water, serving 182,000 people. Yet some of the tested private wells in Nevada are contaminated with levels of heavy metals that exceed federal, state or health-based guidelines, a new…
Over the years, experts have discovered several chemicals and elements in drinking water that are not healthy for humans. Unfortunately, the majority of these substances are man-made, and they include PFAS or PFOS. As researchers study the effects of these substances, their results show that PFAS can be toxic for humans. In the long-term, they…
We often get the question “What kind of salt do I need for my water system?” The answer varies depending on the incoming water quality and depending on the type of water system you have. Depending on your water quality, you may see benefits from certain salts that justify the additional cost while other options…
If you live in Reno, NV and you’re on a private well, you’ve probably had your well tested for water quality. If not, click here for information on how to do so. If you just got your water test results back, you may be wondering what the heck all the numbers and acronyms mean. Don’t…
High iron water is a frustrating problem for homeowners with wells. From the ugly stains and discolored tap water to nasty iron bacteria in the toilet tank, iron is one of the most common complaints our water treatment experts around the country are asked to fix. Many of these homes already have a water softener.…
Common Signs Your Water Softener Isn’t Working Properly There are several sure-signs that your home’s water softener isn’t producing the quality of water you’d expect. Yet, noticing these signs may not mean your water softener needs to be replaced. It could mean your softener simply needs servicing. There might be a certain component that can…
