Water Filtration

Water Softener Maintenance & Troubleshooting Guide

Water Softener Maintenance & Troubleshooting Guide

Is water softener troubleshooting important? Yes. And here’s why. Hard water combines with soap to leave a dull film on fixtures, tubs, and sinks. Mineral buildup can also block pipes and corrode water heaters, washing...

Do I Need a Water Softener (to Add Life to My Water Heater)?

Do I Need a Water Softener (to Add Life to My Water Heater)?

Water heaters typically last about 8-12 years. That’s not a lot for such a big investment. And there are all sorts of factors that can make that number lower, such as corrosion, neglect, and high...

Off-The-Grid Plumbing (For Water and Sewer!)

Off-The-Grid Plumbing (For Water and Sewer!)

Did you know that there are more than 17 million homes in the United States — using off-the-grid plumbing — that get their water from private wells? If you’d rather not rely on your town...

Tips On Choosing A New Faucet (With Checklist!)

Tips On Choosing A New Faucet (With Checklist!)

Our ultimate checklist of faucet tips on styles, finishes, and more is a must read if you’re getting ready to purchase a faucet for your kitchen or bath. Let’s face it, with so many styles,...

How Plumbing Prevents Waterborne Illness

How Plumbing Prevents Waterborne Illness

Our plumbing system not only gives us fresh water and removes used water from our house, but plumbing prevents waterborne illness. There are many different ways that your plumbing is set up to prevent them. ...

How Does A Water Softener Work?

How Does A Water Softener Work?

There’s actually quite a lot to know about water softeners — such as how does a water softener work and what are their most impressive benefits. I should know, I’ve had a whole-house water filtration...

Curious About Your Water Safety? Test Your Water Quality!

Curious About Your Water Safety? Test Your Water Quality!

Are you experiencing an odd taste, smell, or color in your water? Did you just move to a new area? Do you get your water from a well? If the answer to any of those...

How to Fix Hard Water Deposits on Your Faucet

How to Fix Hard Water Deposits on Your Faucet

Do you have that greenish-white build-up on all your faucets? There is a simple solution for that. Hard water occurs when there is an excess amount of minerals in the water. It can be a...

How to Handle Hard Water in Your Apartment

How to Handle Hard Water in Your Apartment

Hard water is the build-up of minerals, mainly calcium and magnesium in your water. Hard water is safe to drink but can impact your health, appliances, dishware, and laundry. It can cause hair thinning, dry,...

Types of Whole Home Water Filters & How They Work

Types of Whole Home Water Filters & How They Work

Whether you get your water from the city or get your water from a well, a water filtration system is a good idea. Water from the city is generally clean but after coming through pipes...

City vs Well Water 

City vs Well Water 

There are two different types of water systems your home can have. The most common is having city water; 90% percent of Americans get their water from their local government. However, 13 million households get...

Impact of Hard Water on Your Plumbing

Impact of Hard Water on Your Plumbing

Hard water is a common problem for people. Hard water has a lot more minerals in the water than soft or moderate water. The most common minerals in hard water are calcium and magnesium.   Hard...