6 Hard Water Solutions for Your Home
Tired of hard water stains and clogged appliances? Discover effective solutions for managing hard water in your home, from water softeners to cleaning tips.
The Most Common Causes of Waterborne Diseases
Is your family at risk for waterborne illnesses? Get the facts and learn about the most common causes of water contamination and how to prevent them.
The Benefits of Whole House Water Filtration Systems
Whole house water filtration systems eliminate minerals that municipal water systems don’t address and filter out traces of heavy metals, such as lead and mercury. They can trap sediment and harmful contaminants from well water at the point it enters the home and before it is distributed through your pipes. Unlike “point of use” filters,…
How to Determine Your Home’s Water Quality
Testing your water is something not many homeowners consider, but it’s crucial for the safety and wellbeing of those who drink it or bathe with it. Untreated water could expose you to harmful chemicals and bacteria, which could have devastating consequences. If you’re concerned about what’s in your water, here’s how to determine your home’s…
Signs Your Home’s Water Needs to Be Treated
Water is one of the most important elements in our world. Without it, animals and plants die, which can ruin ecosystems. Even in buildings and developed areas, water is important—this is especially true in your home. While most people think their water is clear, tasteless, and perfectly safe, sometimes it can harm you. Be aware…
The Difference Between Living with Hard Water and Soft Water
Some people grow so accustomed to hard water deposits on their faucets or soap scum on their shower doors that they assume it’s unavoidable. In reality, there’s an easy solution—remove stubborn minerals before they cause buildup with a water softening system. Hard water can damage appliances, fixtures, plumbing, and even your skin and hair. Soft…
How Does a Reverse Osmosis Water Filter Work?
The human body is composed of about 60% water, so we need to stay hydrated for proper brain and organ function. Many people reach for a glass and turn on the tap without thinking about what’s in the water. If you haven’t installed a filtration system, you could be ingesting sediments and chemicals, including arsenic,…
3 Benefits of the Best Water Softener System
The water that runs through the pipes of your home every day has a big impact on your daily life. Water is largely taken for granted, but from your morning shower to washing dishes after dinner, the quality of water you use makes a huge difference to your bank balance, free time, and most importantly,…
What is the difference between hard and soft water?
“Hard” water is water with a high mineral content. As water moves through rocks and substrates in the earth, it picks up minerals like calcium and magnesium. Left untreated, the residue from these minerals in the water can be seen or felt on skin, hair, clothing, dishes, pipes, appliances and fixtures in your home. Some…
The World's Most Efficient Water Softener!
It’s official! The Kinetico Premier Series® S650 XP is the world’s most efficient water softener. Others claim it—Kinetico has the data to prove it! Based on NSF/ANSI Standard 44 testing for efficiency—grains of hardness removed per pound of salt—the Kinetico Premier Series® S650 XP is the world’s most efficient water softener. The Premier Series® S650…
The Many Benefits of Kinetico Water Systems
From showering to doing laundry and getting a drink, water keeps our homes running and take care of our family each day. It’s important to have the best water system, one that will offer many benefits to homeowners, and that is Kinetico Water Systems. Benefits of Kinetico Water Systems #1: It’s Non-Electric Kinetico Water Systems…
When and How to Change Your Water Filters: A Plumber’s Guide
Is the water you’re drinking and cooking with free from harmful chemicals, contaminants and sediment? Your water affects everything from what you eat and drink to laundry, dishwashing and hair skin care. Understanding the water in your home will make it easier to choose the right system for your individual needs. At Fletcher’s Plumbing &…
