Water & Home Living, Water Softeners The very fact that you’re reading this entry means that you already know a thing or two about the havoc hard water can wreak on your plumbing. From premature breakdowns of your dishwasher and washing machine, to dry and damaged...
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When traveling, you know to expect differences in culture, weather, and scenery, but do you know to expect different water? Each region uses a unique source for their water supply, and region-specific water treatment policies to create a supply that’s safe to use in your home....
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There is nothing more relaxing than a hot shower to wash away a stressful day. What compares to that fresh, clean feeling as you slide into bed, or the confidence of shiny, bouncy hair after a morning shower? Those showering in hard water, however, may be...
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You’ve already made the well-informed decision to install a water softener and filtration system in your home, but how you maintain your system matters. When your brine tank is running low, you’ll usually notice an indicator light flashing, or even beeping, to notify you that you’re...
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Water & Health The conditions in Flint, Michigan have brought awareness to the importance of proper procedure for creating drinkable water. The average American uses between 80 and 100 gallons of water per day. If that water is contaminated with lead or other harmful elements, that’s...
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On average, American families use more than 300 gallons of water in their home per day. While our ancestors would be amazed at the black magic of clean water flowing freely indoors, we have come to expect clean water, and more! The more we evolve,...
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Your cardiovascular system is what moves blood through your body, delivering oxygen, nutrients, and more to its many cells. Those veins and arteries keep you alive. In your home, there are pipes that deliver water to different rooms of the house, helping you stay clean...
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Appliances just aren’t built to last anymore. Washing machines, dishwashers, and water heaters seem to need repaired or serviced constantly. Leaks, inefficiency, and full breakdowns are just expected as part of appliance ownership, and the cost of repairs or replacements can seem like a necessary...
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Hard water in your home can cause a host of potentially expensive problems. If you are among the 85% of homes dealing with hard water, you might think it’s normal to have to keep paying to repair and replace appliances. You have become accustomed to...
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Science is slowly learning to wield the power of the sun. We can harness UV rays in lamps to combat Seasonal Affective Disorder, to sterilize medical equipment, and even to light a dance floor. One of the most practical applications of UV power is utilizing its...
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