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…
Carson City School District Goes Bottle free The Carson City School District has made it a priority to eliminate bottled water from all of its schools. They have replaced the old standard drinking water fountains with new Elkay fountains that have a bottle filler on top so that students can bring their own reusable bottles…
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.…
Hard water contains high amounts of dissolved minerals, including calcium and magnesium. As water flows through your pipes, some of those calcium and magnesium minerals get left behind. Over time, those minerals can build up, causing unsightly stains and scaling. One of the most obvious signs of hard water buildup is in the toilet. You might see…
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…
We recently completed an installation for a non-transient water system in Fallon, NV. The well that feeds the system had high levels of sand and manganese that was intermittently over the EPA maximum contaminant level. The original equipment was about 15 years old and not installed by our company. The old water filters had to…
Rural communities in Northern Nevada experience elevated levels of arsenic and other heavy metals in their private wells, putting their health at risk. Frequent testing and high-quality water filters are necessary to ensure the well-being of those living in communities dependent on well water. How Common Is Arsenic in Well Water? Arsenic is relatively common…
Our First install of the new year in Dayton, NV! Dayton, NV water is considered very hard at 15 grains per gallon! You can see what it does to your shower fixtures, glass doors, faucets, but it also is ruining water heaters, rubber seal s and pretty much everything it comes in contact with. It…
