Hard water is chock full of excess minerals like calcium and magnesium. And while the presence of these minerals isn’t harmful to our health, hard water can take a toll on our homes— and even our bodies. The majority of American homes deal with hard water troubles....
If you’re considering getting a water treatment system for your home or office, it’s important to understand the distinctions between water softeners and filtration systems. Both water softeners and reverse osmosis (RO) systems improve water quality, but the way each...
It’s no coincidence that we celebrate National Water Quality Month during the hottest time of the year for many Americans. As some US cities reach record temperatures, August is the perfect time to bring awareness to the importance of clean and safe drinking water....
Is there lead in your tap water? Lead can be found all around us, from the air we breathe to the soil on which we live. In some cases, lead can even be traced to the water we drink. But how does lead get into our drinking water? Lead is able to enter the drinking...
It’s a seemingly simple question, but the answer can get complicated. Is California tap water safe to drink? High levels of arsenic have been found in California’s drinking water supply as recently as July, while parts of the state have been receiving arsenic-tainted...
August is National Water Quality Month. What does that mean for Americans? National Water Quality Month was created to educate the public on the importance of clean water to our way of life. Not only do we need access to clean water, but our ecosystems need protection...
