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Hard Water: What is It, and What Can You Do About It

You’ve probably heard the terms “hard water” and “soft water.” You may wonder what determines the hardness or softness of water and whether one type of water is healthier or safer to drink than the other. Although water is typically crystal clear, it contains minerals and chemicals. The concentration of certain minerals is what creates […]

Written by on January 19, 2022

Do I need to clean my Kinetico Water Softener?

A common question that a lot of our K-water customers ask is “Do I need to clean my Kinetico water softener?” The short answer is no, but the long answer is this: while you may not need to clean your water softener, it is recommended that you do sanitize it – and trust us there’s […]

Written by on July 22, 2021

Effects of Hard Water on Shower Doors

Hard water coming out of your home faucets can wreak havoc on your glass shower doors and shower enclosures. The dissolved magnesium, calcium, and lime in your water leaves a cloudy residue, that is nearly impossible to remove, on all glass surfaces, including your drinking glasses and dishes. It can also leave rust stains in […]

Written by on January 18, 2021

Water Softeners vs Descalers: What’s the Difference?

Have you noticed that your tap water leaves cloudy spots on your dishes and shower enclosure? Is your skin itchy and your hair dry or brittle after you take a shower? Then you may have hard water in your home. Hard water is an excess of minerals, such as calcium and magnesium, that, if left […]

Written by on December 3, 2020

How Will My Holiday Meals Taste Better with Clean Water?

The holiday season is upon us, and that means it is time to start inviting family and friends to our holiday get-togethers and deciding what food we are going to serve (even if our tables are a little more social distanced than past years). Many of our favorite holiday menu items rely on water for […]

Written by on November 17, 2020

Four Fascinating Thanksgiving Water Facts

As Thanksgiving quickly approaches, Americans are busy preparing the perfect feast and deciding who to include on their guest list. While turkey and football will always be the main stars of the show, many people may not realize that water also plays a key part in the annual Turkey Day festivities. These fascinating water facts […]

Written by on October 17, 2020

What are the Top 5 Benefits of Kinetico Water Filtration?

Water Filtration Water is essential for survival, and one cannot risk consuming unfiltered and impure water. Untreated water contains bacteria, pesticides, herbicides, organic compounds like carbon and nitrogen, which cause severe illness and skin diseases. Hard water has also proven to degrade and disrupt the quality and running of appliances as well as heavy machinery […]

Written by on October 4, 2020

What is Pink Slime and How to Manage it

Pink slime, the residue stain commonly found in your sink, is caused by an airborne bacterium known as Serratia Marcescens. A common misconception about the bacterium is that it is believed to be caused by mold, but that is not the case. The bacterium can be found worldwide as it grows in an environment with […]

Written by on September 16, 2020

How to Remove Sulfur from Water

If your drinking water smells like rotten eggs, you may have sulfur in your water. Technically, the chemical compound that causes “rotten-egg” smell is a flammable, colorless, and extremely hazardous gas – hydrogen sulfide. How sulfur ends up in well water? Sulfate and hydrogen sulfide are two forms of sulfur that are commonly found in […]

Written by on July 19, 2020

Do You Need a Water Softener?

Whether you recently moved into a new area or have been experiencing water issues for years, we’re here to help. One of the most common water issues is hard water. Luckily, the indicators of hard water are anything but hidden. If you have hard water, you may notice: Soap scum and residue left behind after […]

Written by on June 2, 2020