Best Salt For Your Softener?

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…

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commercial and industrial water softening systems for the Reno NV area

Commercial Water Softening in the Reno Tahoe Area

Pure Water has been providing commercial and industrial water systems for the Reno Tahoe area for 27 years.  One of the most cost effective options for the customer is water softening. To soften water means to remove the calcium and magnesium that create calcium carbonate scale.  The scale will show on appliances, boilers, and fixtures…

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How to Read a Water Test

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…

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Does a Water Softener Remove Iron From Well Water?

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.…

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Soft or Slimy Water? What is Soft Water?

SQUEAKY CLEAN SKIN AND HARD WATER | EXPOSING THE DIRTY TRUTH Most of Northern Nevada residents deal with hard water. It is ruining your faucets, bathtubs, glass shower doors, silverware, wine glasses, etc. Brand new, beautiful homes in Reno, Dayton, Fernley, Fallon, Carson City, and even in Gardnerville are being tainted by those pesky white…

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How Do You Know When Your Water Softener Needs To Be Replaced?

How Do You Know When Your Water Softener Needs To Be Replaced?

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…

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Is Hard Water Causing These 5 Housecleaning Headaches in Your Home?

When you have hard water like homeowners do in Reno, Sparks, Fernley and Dayton, NV, it can be difficult to keep your home sparkling clean. Hard water contains high levels of various minerals, including calcium and magnesium. As water runs over and through certain types of rock, it dissolves minerals, which remain in the water.…

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Online Water Systems: Not all They Are Cracked Up To Be

We replace low-end water systems for a living.  Recently though, we have been replacing a lot of online and big box store water systems that were actually expensive for the homeowner to purchase. Online water companies like pelican, nuvo, Halo, and Aquasana have built a business out of making everyone’s water quality fit their narrow…

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