Although we now know that lead exposure can be detrimental to our health, there was a time that the health effects of lead were less known and the metal was used in many of our public and residential water systems. Because many of those systems are still used today, lead exposure in drinking water continues…
A Broken City Water Pipe Could Lead to Serious Water Quality Issues at Home
One of the biggest water quality issues that we face in the United States is the fact that our water infrastructure is extremely old. In many parts of the country, the pipes that are currently delivering water to homes have been in use for over a century. Many of these pipes are reaching their breaking…
Are Tap Water Minerals Beneficial to Your Health and is it Safe to remove them?
In order to maximize your health, it’s important to get your recommended doses of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. When it comes to minerals, many people believe that you can get a large portion of your daily intake by drinking a lot of water. This can make some people weary of installing water softeners or…
Is Filtered Water Helpful for Colds and Flus?
One of the top reasons why homeowners choose to install residential water filtration systems is to protect the health of their families. Since filtering your water can decrease your risk of developing serious and chronic illnesses, you might also think that drinking filtered water could help out with run-of-the-mill colds and flus. But is…
What Are the Effects of Tannins in Tap Water?
Tannins are a form of decayed organic matter (primarily from vegetation) that dissolve into water. They are commonly found in lakes and rivers, as well as in swampy or marshy areas. Today we’re going to talk about how tannins can get into your home’s tap water, the symptoms of water with high levels of tannins…
How Does Chlorine Impact the Effectiveness of a Water Softener in Your North or South Carolina Home?
Water softeners rely on resin beads to remove hardness minerals from your water. As a result, the effectiveness of your water softener depends largely on the condition of those beads. Unfortunately, water that’s high in chlorine can damage resin beads and greatly reduce the ability of your water softener to work properly. Today we’re going…
What are Total Dissolved Solids in Water?
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…
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…