Water treatment
California Water Softener Regulations
Is Your Water Hard? Here’s What That Means for Your Home Most California homeowners have hard water — and in many parts of the state, it’s very hard. Hard water means your water has extra calcium and magnesium dissolved in it. If your water tests above 7 grains per gallon (GPG), it’s considered hard. Over…
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8 Signs That Your Home Needs a Water Treatment System
Do I Need a Home Water Treatment System? Clean, safe water is a must for every home. Whether you’re drinking, cooking, cleaning, or bathing, the quality of your water affects your health and daily life. Unfortunately, not all water is as pure as it should be. Over time, you might notice issues that signal it’s…
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5 Key Benefits of Installing a Water Softening System
Homeowners facing the challenges of hard water — such as limescale build-up in appliances, dull laundry, and dry skin — often seek solutions to improve their water quality. One of the most effective solutions is installing a water softener. The benefits of water softening systems extend beyond simply transforming hard water into soft water; they…
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Ask an Expert: How to Prevent Lead in Your Drinking Water
Edward G. Wenz, Jr. is a certified lead abatement expert working in the state of Michigan on the Flint drinking water crisis. As a principal in the Contractors Training Institute and the Lead Renovator Training company, he also trains contractors and helps homeowners address lead problems in their home water pipes. He has this advice…