Have you ever wondered what’s in the water you drink or use when you shower? The quality of water that enters your home has a big impact on your overall health and comfort that can go unnoticed if you’re not paying attention.
Where Does Your Water Come From?
About 90% of the US population get their water from the public water system which goes through a complex treatment process to make the water safer for drinking and other uses. The remaining population relies on private wells for their water which aren’t federally regulated.
Although 90% of the US’s residential water is regulated, the federal water treatment process only limits the amount of harmful contaminates in the water and doesn’t guarantee that your house’s water is contaminate free.
What’s In Your Water?
There are many potential contaminants that can make their way into your water system when left untreated. In fact, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) only regulates about 90 contaminants, leaving 60% of potential water contaminants free to enter your home’s water supply.
Below are some of the most common ones experienced by many homeowners today.
Common Water Contaminants
- PFAS (or Forever Chemicals) – chemical substances that can lead to serious health risks
- Chlorine – an added disinfectant that can cause skin irritation and hair damage
- High Mineral Content (or Hard Water) – causes dry hair and skin and damages your plumbing system
- Iron – leaves red staining on fixtures and laundry and can cause health issues
- Hydrogen Sulfide – gives your water a “rotten egg” odor and can cause pipe corrosion
- Nitrate – from sewage and fertilizer run off that can lead to serious health risks
Choosing the Right Water Treatment Systems for Your Home
Adding or upgrading a water treatment system in your home is the most effective way to combat contaminants and address water quality issues that harm your home and your health. Depending on the types of contaminants that are present in your water, and the issues you would like to address, there is a type of water treatment system that will suit any need!
Water Softeners Systems
Water softeners remove hard minerals like calcium and magnesium from your water to reduce water hardness. This system can help to prevent common water problems such as mineral deposits and scale buildup from clogging your pipes and damaging your water-base appliances. Water softeners can also:
- Provide cleaner hair and softer skin
- Prevent rusting and staining
- Save you money in the long term
- Brighten and soften laundry
- Clean dishes and glasses better
- Make drinking water clearer and taste better
Water Filtration Systems
Water filtration systems can remove unwanted contaminates for your water; such as PFAS, pharmaceuticals, chlorine, nitrate, sediments, and heavy minerals. Water filtration systems can also:
- Reduce the use of plastic water bottles
- Improve the taste and smell of your water
- Protect your plumbing and appliances from harsh minerals
Water Disinfectant Systems
Water disinfectant systems specifically eliminate harmful organisms, such as bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens, to enhance the safety of your water.
Finding What Water Treatment Solution is Best for You
Water problems can be complex, that is why the water treatment experts at Tudi are here to help find the best water treatment solution for you. Our team can provide water testing to specifically identify what’s in your water and provide the recommended system to fit your needs. Consult one of our water treatment experts today and let us improve the water quality in your house and bring you peace or mind!