What size water softener do you need for your home? There’s no simple answer. You need to consider several factors, including water hardness, water usage, and iron contamination. You also need to balance capacity against salt usage and efficiency. Here’s every factor you need to take into account when you buy a softener, and how […]

GenX is a trademark owned by Chemours, a spin-off of DuPont. It is a manufactured PFECA chemical used in many industries. The chemical is an organofluoride, known as hexafluoropropylene oxide dimer acid (HFPO-DA). It was developed by DuPont in 2009 to replace the toxic chemical Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA). Though recent testing has indicated that GenX […]

How much does it cost to put a water softener system in your home? Installation costs vary depending on the type of softener you use, and what it takes to connect it to your water supply. The spending doesn’t stop there. How Much Does a Water Softener Cost?What is Crosslinking? Is it Important When I […]

The term forever chemicals refers to chemical compounds that take a very long time to break down. Basically, they seem to last forever. We also know these chemicals as PFAS, which stands for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. These chemicals are used in many industries for oil and water resistance. Where are PFAS Most Commonly FoundWhat […]

Reverse osmosis systems filter out more contaminates than any other type of water filter system. This makes your RO system’s tap the source of the best tasting water in your home. Why not take advantage of this purification to get better ice cubes and great tasting chilled water from your refrigerator? Here’s what you need […]

Reverse osmosis doesn’t work like most filters. Instead of trapping contaminants, it separates them from part of the water supply, creating both clean and heavily contaminated water. That contaminated water goes down the drain. How much waste water do these systems generate, and is it enough to be a cause for concern? Are there ways […]