Blog: Water Softeners

Earth week is a great time to consider how we can be kinder to the environment in our daily living. The choices we make, from selecting sustainable products to investing in energy-efficient appliances, can really decrease our carbon footprint and help our planet.  Owning a water softener can actually help your home be greener and … Continued

Spring cleaning is not just a seasonal name for ordinary cleaning. The cleaning we do at this time of year typically involves a deeper level of cleaning that even involves scrubbing and clearing away debris from places that you don’t normally look at or think about.  Why is Spring Cleaning Important? There are many reasons … Continued

There seems to be a much greater focus on health these days. People are focusing on ways to improve their health through diet, exercise, and environmental changes. Many health conscience people are not aware that there are actual health benefits that owning a water softener can bring to a household. In this post, we will … Continued

Did you know that 85% of the U.S. has hard water? Many homeowners have considered getting a water softener to solve problems like foul smelling water, dingy laundry, and stained stinks. Many people who have hard water know they need a water softener solution, but aren’t sure whether renting a unit or purchasing one is … Continued

Some of the most common household water problems are caused by well water. While people with well water might think that investing in a water softener will fix well water issues, if they do not get the right water softener for well water, their issues may go unresolved. It’s true that water softeners can improve … Continued

Salt is extremely important for the functioning of water softeners. In order to complete the water softening process, salt must be added to the softener regularly. Does this mean softened water tastes like the ocean water you splash in at the beach? Is the level of sodium in softened water unhealthy for your family’s diet? … Continued

According to the U.S. Geological Survey water hardness map, the majority of states have a significant level of water hardness. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has not set a legal limit or standard for hardness in water, primarily because the elements that contribute to hardness (generally calcium and magnesium ions) are not toxic. Instead, there … Continued