Rehan Iqbal is the owner of Water Count. He has experience in the water industry since 2013. He is very passionate about helping people in remote ares who do not have access to clean drinking water and water for agricultural purposes by providing water solutions.
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By Rehan Iqbal Salt-based water softeners are the most cost-effective way to remove hard minerals from your water. However, softened water will contain some sodium. While this is not a health risk and does not affect the taste of…
By Rehan Iqbal Is your water softener not working right? Are you looking for ways to get the most out of your investment? Here’s what you need to know about maintaining this piece of water treatment equipment, the common problems…
By Rehan Iqbal A water softener resin bed is integral to the functioning of any salt-based water softener. Under normal conditions, water softener resin should last 10 – 15 years. There are several factors that can reduce the resin lifespan.…
By Rehan Iqbal Most water softeners use salt to remove hard minerals like calcium and magnesium. This is a very effective and affordable way to soften the water you use in your home. For a water softener to function optimally,…
By Rehan Iqbal In some areas, water softeners are a necessity, because they prevent mineral buildup that destroys appliances and ruins plumbing. However, while they save you money, it still hurts to shell out hundreds or thousands of dollars on…
By Rehan Iqbal Most water softener problems are caused by salt or rust buildup. Both the brine tank and valve head need regular cleaning to remove blockages that can lead to overflows and failed regeneration cycles. Having trouble with musty…
By Rehan Iqbal How long does a water softener last? Between 3 and 30 years. Why is there such a wide range? There are several factors at play, including the quality of the equipment, the quality of your water, the…
By Rehan Iqbal A good quality water filtrations system will keep providing clean, pure water for many years, possibly even a lifetime. However, to ensure that your water is safe and tastes great you need to perform basic maintenance.How Long…
By Rehan Iqbal Why is your tap water yellow? There are several possible causes for this color change, and each change needs to be approached differently. It’s probably rust, but it could also be tannins, sediment, or contamination from broken…
By Rehan Iqbal Water is an essential resource. We use it every day in our homes for cleaning, bathing and drinking. It makes sense that you would want to know that you’re getting the best water supplied to your home.…
By Rehan Iqbal Is a reverse osmosis filter right for your water treatment needs? How much does it cost to buy and install one of these filters? What alternatives should you consider? We’re here to answer your questions, so you…
By Rehan Iqbal NSF certification is the gold standard for water treatment, but it’s also difficult to achieve. How do NSF standards translate to filtration performance? Is there a difference between certification and testing to NSF standards? Why do some…
By Rehan Iqbal Why are Berkey water filters popular with preppers? Instead of depending on water pressure or pumps, it uses gravity to filter out contaminates. That means you don’t running water or a power source to get clean water.…
By Rehan Iqbal With growing concern over PFAS in our water, people everywhere are inquiring about filters that will ensure the water we drink is safe. One of the most common questions asked is: Do Brita Filters Remove PFAS Contamination?The…
By Rehan Iqbal 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…
By Rehan Iqbal 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…
By Rehan Iqbal 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…
By Rehan Iqbal 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.…
By Rehan Iqbal 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…
By Rehan Iqbal 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…
By Rehan Iqbal Most companies that make reverse osmosis filter systems promote them as a way to get better tasting tap water. After all, if you check the labels of most bottled water, you will see reverse osmosis listed as…
By Rehan Iqbal Next to chlorination and fluoride, no form of water treatment gets more attention than reverse osmosis. It’s listed as the primary form of treatment used for many brands of bottled water. It may finally make desalinating ocean…
By Rehan Iqbal A foul odor from water is fairly common. If you notice a rotten egg smell every time you open a faucet, and are asking what causes it, the answer isn’t too complicated. We’re going to be discussing…
By Rehan Iqbal Most of us are aware that boiling water kills bacteria, viruses, and parasites, collectively known as pathogens. Anyone who has participated in survival exercises, or the boy scouts, knows that we should boil water from streams, natural…
By Rehan Iqbal In our quest to find the best, cost-effective way to ensure the water we drink is pure and healthy, many water filtration methods have come into question. A common query is that of Distilled vs Reverse osmosis…
By Rehan Iqbal Most water filtration is straightforward: if you have a contaminant, you have one or two choices for treatment. However, iron is more complex. There are three types of iron contamination, and each type requires a different treatment…
By Rehan Iqbal Reverse osmosis (RO) is generally considered as the best for home, business, and commercial water filtration. If you’ve been shopping around for a home water filtration system, you would have come across numerous manufacturers claiming that their…
By Rehan Iqbal While iron isn’t dangerous, it can change the color, smell and taste of your water while leaving stains on clothes and around faucets. There are several forms of iron that can show up in well water, and…
By Rehan Iqbal There are a ton of choices for filtering municipal and well water, including UV, sediment, activated carbon, catalytic carbon, ion exchange, air injection and more. Where do backwashing filters fit into all this? They aren’t a different…
By Rehan Iqbal Anyone who knows about blockchain immediately thinks about Bitcoin. It is the technology that links computers to provide the computing power that makes cryptocurrencies safe and efficient. The idea of using blockchain technology for other applications has…
By Rehan Iqbal Nitrates are a common pollutant in ground water, yet they’re also important for our bodies’ biological functions. How can they be dangerous, when they’re found in vegetables and used in heart medications? How do nitrates get into…
By Rehan Iqbal There is a growing interest in the pH of our bodies in relation to the food we eat and the water we drink. If you’ve been researching an alkaline diet or alkaline water, you will see terms…
By Rehan Iqbal Over the past few years, California has been experiencing the worst drought in history. The truth is, California is not unique in this regard. Fresh water security is a growing concern internationally and has received a lot…
By Rehan Iqbal In order for a water softener to function, the softening resin needs to be regenerated. As the resin beads collect hard minerals, they become saturated and are unable to take up any more calcium and magnesium. The…
By Rehan Iqbal While a carbon-based water treatment system seems like it should be a scaled up version of the filter used in water pitchers, they’re far more complex. These filters come in different chemistries, sizes and locations to address…
By Rehan Iqbal Does your tap water taste bad, despite being perfectly safe? Does using the shower make your bathroom smell like a swimming pool? It might be time to install a whole house carbon filter. These filter systems are…
By Rehan Iqbal The majority of US homes have a problem with hard water. Even if the water supplied to your home is only mildly hard, minerals like calcium and magnesium will accumulate in your pipes and appliances. The resultant…
By Rehan Iqbal By now, it is apparent that drinking alkaline water is not just a passing fad. Medical research has proven the skeptics wrong. There are several well-documented benefits of drinking alkaline water. In Japan, it is even used…
By Rehan Iqbal Does your tap water taste bad? Municipal water must meet EPA standards for safety, but there aren’t standards for taste. Chlorine and chloramine prevent bacteria growth during the water’s journey to your home. Unfortunately, it also makes…
By Rehan Iqbal While medical science is still undecided on all the benefits of an alkaline diet, there are many who swear by the wellness and positive results that they have experienced after trying this controversial diet. The alkaline, or…
By Rehan Iqbal When celebrities with perfect bodies proclaim that a particular diet is the secret to perfect health, we stop and take notice. If I can look like that by following the same diet, then I’m going to try…
By Rehan Iqbal The debate around alkaline water rages on. There are those who claim amazing health benefits, with some even suggesting alkaline water is good for curing cancer or reversing the effects of aging. The truth is that we…
By Rehan Iqbal Marketers of bottled alkaline water want us to believe that it is the greatest thing to come along in our lifetime. With celebrity endorsements, doctors claiming miracle cures, and extensive hype on social media platforms, alkaline water…
By Rehan Iqbal I’m sure you’ve heard people talking about water. It affects large parts of the US, particularly in the southwest and Midwest. You might not know much about what makes water hard or soft or what the effects…
By Rehan Iqbal The topic off safe clean drinking water seems to be on everyone’s lips. Generally, throughout the world, concern is growing over this valuable resource. Drought and water contamination is making the challenge of providing American homes with…
By Rehan Iqbal Water security is an international concern that affects everyone. The issue of providing safe drinking water to all the people around the world is proving to be a great challenge. There are those who speculate that future…
By Rehan Iqbal Buying a water filtration system for your home is an investment that provides many benefits. Whole house water filters can cost well over $2,000. It’s not a decision that should be taken lightly. Though you may not…
By Rehan Iqbal We all want to believe that the water we drink is safe and clean. After all, when you live in a developed country like the US, you expect the authorities to test your water and ensure that…
By Rehan Iqbal There can be no life on earth without water, making this one of the most undervalued, yet vital resource. Our good health depends on regular consumption of water, around 11 to 15 cups pre day, depending on…
By Rehan Iqbal Getting water from air seems like magic, but this is just a byproduct of refrigeration. The same process that leaves puddles under air conditions and freezers is used by atmospheric water generators to collect water from the…
By Rehan Iqbal Normally, we get our water from wells, underground aquifers, lakes and rivers. However, there’s also water in the air. On a hot, humid summer day, 3,000 square feet of air can hold a gallon of water. Atmospheric…
By Rehan Iqbal Water is essential for all life. To ensure proper hydration, and adult should drink about 11 to 15 cups of water per day. What if the water that you’re drinking is actually harmful to your health? Even…
By Rehan Iqbal We all remember the water contamination outrage in Flint Michigan. While the Flint incident involved lead poisoning, Michigan has emerged as the state most affected by PFAS water contamination. Michigan may be the state most in danger,…
By Rehan Iqbal Poly-fluoroalkyl and per- fluoroalkyl (PFAS) are a group of chemicals that we are only beginning to understand. PFAS has been identified as a cause of several health disorders and the list is growing. Because research into the…
By Rehan Iqbal Whether you’re a prepper, an outdoor enthusiast, or you work in remote locations, a self-supporting water generation system is an enticing option. What do you need to set up your own portable solar-powered water generation system? That…
By Rehan Iqbal If you’re new to atmospheric water generators, the ability to pull water out of thin air may seem like magic. However, these machines use the same operating principles as any air conditioner or refrigerator. The Air to…
By Rehan Iqbal Unlike municipal water, private wells aren’t regulated. It’s up to you to test your water and install equipment that removes dangerous chemicals and pathogens. There isn’t a universal well water treatment system, because each well is different.…
By Rehan Iqbal Why do some areas ban the use of water softeners? Why are some water softeners banned, and others aren’t? It’s all due to recharging. Ion exchange filters need to be recharged once or twice a week with…
By Rehan Iqbal If you’re setting up a well water treatment system, you have a lot to consider. Unlike municipal water, it’s up to you to make sure your water is safe to drink. Contamination problems are different from well to…
By Rehan Iqbal With this undeniable threat to our health, we need to find an effective means of ensuring that we have safe, clean water in our homes. Reverse Osmosis (RO) is widely considered to be the best method of filtering…
By Rehan Iqbal There isn’t one filter that can turn your well water into something that’s healthy, tasty and safe for your plumbing. Instead, you need a system that uses several types of filters to address issues including sediment, pathogens and…
By Rehan Iqbal Many people don’t like the taste of water that has been softened using salt. Others aren’t too pleased with the hassle of monitoring salt levels and topping up the brine tank. There is another solution salt free water…
By Rehan Iqbal Hard water causes all kinds of problems. It leaves mineral deposits on plumbing, makes tubs and sinks harder to clean, keeps soap from working and even forms tea scum. How can you fix your water? By installing a…
By Rehan Iqbal In case you haven’t heard, alkaline water is all the rage these days. And why not? It’s delicious, nutritious, and full of amazing health benefits that regular tap water just can’t deliver. Or is it? Alternative health gurus…
By Rehan Iqbal Water is life’s most precious gift, but contaminated drinking water poses serious health risks and knowing when your tap is contaminated or not is next to impossible. The good news is that filtering your water with reverse osmosis…
By Rehan Iqbal In social media and countless blogs, everyone seems to be talking about alkaline water. There are many who say it’s the secret to a healthier life. Others are not so enthusiastic about the health benefits of drinking alkaline…
By Rehan Iqbal Filtering your tap water is a great way to enjoy better quality water and avoid sending great whopping piles of plastic to the landfill. One problem that worries many people who choose this solution to the bottled water…
By Rehan Iqbal Many people are concerned about fluoride added to our drinking water, but should they be? In this article, we explain how fluoride gets into water, both naturally and externally. We discuss the pros and cons of fluoride. We…
By Rehan Iqbal Cape Town’s looming “Day Zero” – the day when the water is to be shut off – has been postponed thanks to a combination of government regulation, police enforcement and citizen compliance. The Cape Town government has put…
By Rehan Iqbal Hard water is a common problem. Though it can be dealt with effectively. All you need is a whole house water softener. While the solution is quite simple, finding the best water softener, may not be as easy.…
By Rehan Iqbal Ionized water has helped millions of people across the world live happier, healthier, more energetic lives. With health benefits ranging from disease prevention to antioxidation, the craze that swept Japan and Korea is picking up major steam worldwide.…
By Rehan Iqbal Not everyone agrees with the notion that alkaline water is beneficial to your health. Fad diets come and go. Some disappear into obscurity almost as quickly as they appear. Others gain recognition until they become an accepted practice.…
By Rehan Iqbal We all know the importance of drinking water. Though, many people don’t enjoy the taste of water, or lack thereof. In some areas, the water supplied to our homes can be quite unpalatable. If you want to add…
By Rehan Iqbal Distilled water is about as pure as it gets. Water that has been distilled contains virtually no impurities and minerals. When water is this pure, it has many practical, everyday uses. This is what we’ll be investigating, common…
By Rehan Iqbal Alkaline water can be a contentious topic. There are many who rave about the positive health benefits associated with drinking alkaline water. While others believe this is just a passing craze. It has become quite apparent over the…
By Rehan Iqbal No matter where you live or work, the water that you drink won’t be entirely pure and you’ll never know for sure what’s in your drinking water unless you have it tested in a lab. Who’s actually going…
By Rehan Iqbal Getting your head around hard water treatment can be confusing. Why do some water softeners use several components, while others are just a tank? Why do they use different types of heads? What’s the difference between a water…
By Rehan Iqbal Lots of people drink bottled water because they have been convinced that all tap water is contaminated and bottled water is the only safe solution. This is simply untrue. The fact is, tap water is (for the most…
By Rehan Iqbal A lot has been said about fluoride in water. There are even some crazy conspiracy theories around the topic. It’s not easy determine what are the genuine facts. We’ve researched everything there is to know about fluoride. Fluoride…
By Rehan Iqbal Water is essential to all life. A healthy body needs healthy water. There is a seemingly endless debate going on about the water that we drink. Spring water, mineral water, ionized water, there’s no shortage of water products…
By Rehan Iqbal It’s common knowledge that seawater is not safe to drink. Not to mention, totally unpalatable. In a world that is changing rapidly, there are concerns about increased droughts. In fact, in some areas, this is already a harsh…
By Rehan Iqbal If you thought 5-stage reverse osmosis water filtration systems were as good as it gets, you aren’t actually wrong. Technically, the APEC ROES-PH75 reverse osmosis filtration is similar to other top-end 5-stage systems with a remineralization system. The 6th…
By Rehan Iqbal Have you ever wished you could have unlimited, fresh tasting drinking water without the hassle of constantly changing filters? Do you wish there was a way to have safe, chemical-free water without the annoying noise and or unsightly…
By Rehan Iqbal If you’ve ever had a reverse osmosis filtration system, you know the major issue: it’s great having clean, safe drinking water, but sometimes it just tastes “too pure”. You know, that sterile, tasteless drinking water that most RO…
By Rehan Iqbal There is no better way to ensure safe, clean and great tasting water in your home than by using a reverse osmosis (RO) water filtration system. These units fit under your kitchen sink (or anywhere else if you…
By Rehan Iqbal Are you wondering what the difference is between hard water and soft water? Here’s where you’ll find all the facts regarding hard water vs soft water. What is hard and soft water? How can you tell if water…
By Rehan Iqbal A refrigerator water filter can do a pretty good job of getting common contaminants out of your tap water. Problems may arise if you have unusual contaminants in your water and also if you don’t change your filter…
By Rehan Iqbal You may not feel as if you have a lot of power when it comes to keeping water clean, safe and available worldwide, but the fact is each and every one of us has a great deal of…
By Rehan Iqbal A study conducted by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) in 2019 indicates that the many contaminants commonly found in California’s public water systems, such as:Hexavalent ChromiumUraniumArsenicRadium…contribute to the development of cases of cancer throughout the state. In fact,…
By Rehan Iqbal Have you noticed white residue in your shower, bathtubs, and on your dishes? Are you experiencing low water pressure? If you’ve answered yes to either of these questions, you may have a problem with hard water. The most…
By Rehan Iqbal Chlorine and chloramine are used to treat tap water. While this practice is necessary to ensure our safety, it leaves water with an unpleasant taste and odor. There are also several health risks associated with high levels of…
By Rehan Iqbal These days there are many powerful entities intent upon convincing the world population that it’s not safe to drink the water unless it comes from a bottle. Is this true? Is tap-water safe? Should tap water be filtered?…
By Rehan Iqbal Reverse osmosis systems for purifying water have been around since 1977. At first, these were large volume industrial systems used by some municipal water purification plants. For a while now, domestic reverse osmosis units have become popular in…
By Rehan Iqbal Around the world people are becoming more and more concerned about the dwindling availability of safe drinking water. In 2014 this problem was brought to the forefront of awareness by the water crisis in Flint, Michigan. What Happened…
By Rehan Iqbal On the subject of water, whether it’s the kind that comes out of your tap or the fresh bottle you just bought at the supermarket, you may have come across the term ‘RO’ at some point. A very…
By Rehan Iqbal Blog articles suggesting that Reverse Osmosis (RO) water is dangerous has caused some people to wonder if it’s safe to drink reverse osmosis water. How many of these claims are based in actual science? With so much fake…
How does a water filter work? Which filter? Untreated water contains a wide range of contaminates, and it can take several strategies to turn it into something we can use and drink. Depending on the acidity and contaminants in a…