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New study claims 43 states expose millions to dangerous chemical in drinking water

by admin | May 9, 2019 | Water Testing and Analysis | 0 Comments

A new report by the non-profit Environmental Working Group and Northeastern University finds people in nearly every state in the country are exposed to unhealthy drinking water. According to the researchers, 43 states have locations, including drinking water sites,...

How Can a Water Softener Help Improve the Health of Your Skin?

by admin | August 24, 2016 | Water Quality | 0 Comments

When you shower or wash your hands, your skin comes into prolonged contact not only with tap water, but also any of the contaminants inside of that water. Some of these contaminants, such as the minerals found in hard water, can affect the look, feel and overall...

Pharmaceutical Drugs in Drinking Water: Where They Come from and How to Remove Them

Apr 2, 2016

When you start to look into all of the types of contaminants that can show up in the average glass of tap water, you'll be surprised at what you find. Sure, there are contaminants you'd expect to find like chlorine and hardness minerals, but you'll also find some...

What are Total Dissolved Solids in Water and What Does it Mean About Your Home's Water Quality?

Mar 26, 2016

There are two broad categories of water contaminants: those that are suspended in water and those that are dissolved in water. Many of the suspended water contaminants are visible to the naked eye and can be removed by sediment filters. Dissolved contaminants, on the...

Why Is Well Water Testing So Important for New Hampshire Homeowners?

Mar 18, 2016

One of the advantages of having municipal tap water is that the water is regularly tested and regulated by the EPA. Although we still suggest that New Hampshire homeowners get their city water tested independently, the EPA is able to provide a first line of defense...

Water Softeners vs. Water Filters: What Purpose Does Each Provide and Which One Should You Install?

Mar 9, 2016

There are many different types of water treatment systems, and each can serve a different purpose for your home. Although there is certainly some overlap between the services that different types of water treatment systems provide, there is a clear distinction between...

How Does Poor Water Quality Affect Doing Laundry in Your New Hampshire Home?

Mar 2, 2016

Water quality is often associated with the water that we use for drinking. If your water contains contaminants, it can negatively affect the health of you and your family. But the effects of poor water quality reach beyond just drinking water. For example, if your...

How Does a Water Pressure Tank Work in New Hampshire Homes?

Feb 24, 2016

Water wells are pretty amazing systems. They take water that's already available underground and bring it up to your home for use in all of your taps. But water doesn't naturally shoot up from underground with enough force to travel through your home's pipes. To do...

Is Well Water Safe? Common Issues with New Hampshire's Well Water and How You Can Avoid Them

Feb 17, 2016

Unlike municipal tap water, which is treated and regulated by the EPA, the quality of well water is not monitored by any governmental agency. In addition, well water comes from under the ground, which exposes it to a different set of contaminants than water that comes...

What Are the Possible Health Effects of Fluoride in Drinking Water and How Can You Remove It?

Feb 10, 2016

Fluoride in drinking water is a controversial subject. Whereas some people believe that the mineral is perfectly safe (and even beneficial) to consume, others are convinced that exposure to too much fluoride can have serious consequences on a person's health. Either...

When Should I Get My Tap Water Tested in My New Hampshire Home?

Feb 3, 2016

Do you know what's in your home's water? There are all kinds of contaminants that can pollute the tap water in New Hampshire homes. Some of those contaminants are detectable by the human senses or the stains they leave behind on your home's surfaces, while others are...

How Does Hard Water Affect the Performance of Your Water Heater?

Jan 27, 2016

One of the worst things about having hard water in your home is that it can wreak havoc in all sorts of different places. In fact, any pipe, appliance or surface in your home that comes into contact with hard water is at risk of damage. One appliance that is...