Some of the most damaging tap water contaminants are too small for the naked eye to see. In order to get a general idea of your water quality, these tiny contaminants are often grouped into a measurement known as total dissolved solids. Today we’re going to talk about what total dissolved solids are and the…
Volatile Organic Chemicals (VOC’s) in Tap Water: Where They Come From and How to Remove Them
Whereas some water contaminants are known simply by their names (iron, arsenic, lead, sulfur, etc.), others are known by the group of related contaminants that they are a part of. Volatile Organic Chemicals are an example of the latter category, and they can be a serious concern if they are found in high levels in…
Does a Water Softener Waste Water?
When it comes to the water treatment industry, there are a few different myths and misconceptions that sometimes get floated around that can confuse homeowners who are interested in installing a system in their homes. One such misconception is the thought that water softeners use up a lot of water while they are operating. Today…
What is a Water Softener’s Regeneration Cycle?
If you’re in the market for a new water softener, it’s helpful to know how the water softening process works so that you can understand all of the features of the system that you choose. One of the most important steps of that process is the regeneration cycle. Today we’re going to talk about what…
Why is Fluoride Added to Drinking Water and How Can You Remove It?
The choice of whether or not to add fluoride to our nation’s drinking water is highly controversial. Although many governmental agencies insist that adding fluoride to public water supplies is a safe practice, there are many scientists, researchers and public advocacy groups who disagree. Regardless of whether or not you believe water fluoridation is safe,…
How Our Nation’s Aging Water Infrastructure Affects Water Quality in your Home
One of the biggest threats to the quality of our drinking water here in the Carolinas is our nation’s aging water infrastructure. Today we’re going to talk about the problems our country’s water infrastructure faces and what it means for the quality of the water in your home! Why we have an aging water infrastructure…
How do Nitrates Get in Drinking Water and what are Their Health Effects?
There are many different types of water contaminants, and each one can affect different types of people in different ways. One type of contaminant that is particularly problematic for infants and pregnant women is nitrates. Today we’re going to talk about how nitrates get into drinking water and the various health effects that they can…
Why are Water Filters so Beneficial for Use at Home?
Some people might mistakenly think that water treatment is something that only takes place at local treatment plant or large public buildings. But the truth is that the type of water treatment that you can benefit from the most should take place right at home! Today we’re going to talk about the role residential water…
Why You Should Consider Removing Chloramine from Your Home’s Tap Water
In recent years, many water treatment plants across the country (including those in North Carolina) have been switching from using chlorine to chloramine as their primary disinfectant. Although this switch is becoming increasingly popular, many researchers, scientists and activists have expressed concern over the effects that chloramine can have on a home's water quality. Today…