According to the EPA, approximately 15 percent of homes in America get their water from a private well. And because the quality of well water is not regulated by the EPA, many homeowners want to know what they need to do to ensure their tap water is safe to use and consume. In order to…
Do Water Softeners Reduce Water Pressure?
Before you install any new appliance in your home, it's important to have all of the facts about what you're installing and be aware of any side effects it might cause. When it comes to water softeners, one question that homeowners often have is, "Do water softeners reduce the water pressure in a home?" Today…
How Does a Water Softener Regeneration Cycle Work?
A water softener’s regeneration cycle is one of the most important phases in the softening process. The way that that the regeneration cycle works depends on the model of water softener that you have installed, but they all follow the same general steps. Today we’re going to talk about why a water softener’s regeneration cycle…
6 Benefits of Installing a Water Softener in Your North or South Carolina Home
One of the reasons that water softeners are growing in popularity among homeowners in the Carolinas is that they can benefit your home in so many different ways. To prove that point, today we’re going to take a look at six of the best benefits of installing a water softener in your home! 6 benefits…
Water Softener vs. Water Filter: What’s the Difference Between the Two?
In general, water treatment systems can be broken down into two basic categories: water softeners and water filters. The type that’s right for you will depend entirely on what’s in your water and what you want to get out of the system(s) you install. Today we’re going to talk about the differences of a water…
5 Common Water Softener Myths Busted
It's a well-known fact that water softeners have many great benefits. They protect your plumbing system from damage, improve your water heater's efficiency, eliminate limescale, help improve your skin and more. Unfortunately, there are a few unsubstantiated rumors about water softeners that can misinform homeowners about the value of installing softeners in their homes. Today…
Water Softener Salt: Does the Added Salt In Softened Water Pose Any Health Risks?
Installing a water softener is a great way to protect your plumbing system, eliminate limescale, and maximize the effectiveness of soaps and detergents, just to name a few of the great benefits. But because water softeners use salt in the softening process, there has been some misinformation passed around recently about whether or not it’s…
Ready for a Water Softener Replacement? Ask Yourself These 5 Questions Before Installing a New Unit
Is your water softener reaching the end of its life? If so, it’s time to start thinking about replacing it with a brand new system. And unlike people who are installing a water softener for the first time in their Carolina home, you have some unique insight into what you should look for in a…
Water Softener Salt: Busting Common Misconceptions about Drinking Softened Water
One of the biggest misconceptions about water softeners is that the sodium that they add to your water can affect your health. But given the small amount of sodium that softened water actually contains, is it really anything to worry about? Today we’re going to talk about how water softeners use salt and why it…