New Hampshire Water Issues
pH (Acidic Water)
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pH in New Hampshire Water
pH is the measure of the acidity of water: Above 7 is alkaline or basic, 7 is neutral and below 7 is acidic.
Problems
pH Acidic water in New Hampshire is very common in private wells and can contribute to the corrosion of copper and other metal pipes in the plumbing systems of your homes. It is “aggressive” in that it wants to be neutral and will draw from anything metallic, degrading pipes and fixtures, contributing to shortened lives of hot water heating and boilers. It is the corrosion of our copper pipes that causes the blue/green staining that is common on our porcelain fixtures, clothes, and our hair. Prolonged exposure can create pinholes and/or brittle pipes. This is also the reason for elevated lead and copper in water tests. Most water purification equipment requires a balanced pH as well.
Health Risks
Acidic water by itself does not create a health concern, but because it is aggressive by nature it leaches copper and lead from our pipes and allows them to enter our water supply. Copper and lead have been associated with a large number of harmful health effects including damage to the brain, red blood cells, and kidneys. The greatest risk is to pregnant women and children in development, and therefore, should not be consumed.
Treatment Options
There are a few acceptable treatment options for acidic water. Soda ash injection is sometimes a viable option but is rarely used today. The other is a Calcite blend filtration system similar looking to a water softener. These neutralizing filters only need to be serviced once a year. This is a sacrificial media that goes away over time and should be refilled on an as-needed basis.
Sources
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New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services
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Samantha Cassista
July 29, 2022.
Living in Bedford NH makes you cautious about water quality so I wanted to double check everything as our family is expanding. It was a great relief to work with McBride's. Their technician, Jared, recommended free services I was eligible for first and helped me understand the analysis that was sent to me - which was gibberish to my eyes, practically. We then wrapped it up with some analysis of their own at a very reasonable price. I now know I have delicious water and have great peace of mind and I know who I'll turn to if I have water needs/questions in the future!
Kathleen Alexander
May 22, 2022.
These guys were so great! We bought our house from my husbands grandparents almost 2 years ago which they built 20 years ago. Nothing “major” in the house was updated so we knew it was a matter of time major things would have to be upgraded. We have 4 kids and our water stopped working this week which anyone with kids knows that is a nightmare especially with weather getting hot and fighting colds. McBride was here the next day making making arrangements for what we needed. The next day we had two of the nicest service men here earlier than expected to replace our well pump. We also needed a pressure tank which we thought we were going to have wait for them to order when one of the guys made my day and said, “oh no I have one! We can do it all today”!
They were all very pleasant to work with, professional, knowledgeable and explained a lot to us about our house that we didn’t know. I highly recommend McBride for any well service your looking for. They put all our stress at ease when they came to our rescue as fast and efficiently as they did. There the definition of exceeding expectations!
Melanie Young
January 20, 2022.
We are very happy with the service, expertise and integrity of McBride's Water Advantage. We trust this company with all our water issues.
Jamie Carter
May 4, 2021.
After having our house built and moving in we immediately knew our water was not right. Brown water that smelled and stained all our new appliances along with the sinks, showers and tub. We called McBride’s for help and help is definitely what we received! From the initial water test to Mr. McBrides expertise in knowing what type of water system would help us get the quality water we hoped to have when we moved into our new house. Everything was Top Notch, Grade A professional. I can now say my home is finally livable and McBride’s Water Advantage had everything to do with that. If you need clean, clear water you won’t be let down. I highly recommend them if you need help with cleaning up your water
Robert Harrington
April 14, 2021.
Wonderful service and expertise shown in the replacement of our failing water pressure tank. I am especially grateful for both the removal and disposal of our 2 older tanks, as well as following day's concern re: lower water pressure in our kitchen faucet (clogged nozzle...easily remedied). Thank you, McBride's Water Advantage!
Steve Bouchie
April 1, 2021.
The techs did a nice neat install and were great to work with
Jim Guzofski Jr
March 9, 2021.
I had McBride's put in our water system a little over 3 years ago. They are an awesome company to do business with. They are prompt, courteous and just great service technicians. They keep my system well maintained and running smoothly. And if you are a person who lives in Northwood - you know what I mean. lol. I highly recommend McBride's Water Advantage for all your water needs
Fran Huot
March 7, 2021.
McBride’s was great to work with, had excellent communication, and very responsive. We were grateful to work with such a professional team. The systems they set us up with are working flawlessly.
Patrick
December 7, 2020.
We purchased a new home that had water quality issues from the very beginning. High levels of Iron and Manganese were causing staining and unpleasant odors and the the water was very hard on whatever scale they use to measure such things. We chose McBride's Water Advantage based on the reviews found here and in other places, and needless to say we were not disappointed. They were responsive from start to finish, friendly, reasonably priced and most important to me incredibly professional. They installed a system in very short order that has my well water fresh, clean, and free from even the slightest hint of any odors. Without hesitation I would hire them again to deal with my well water issues and I will recommend them in the future to anyone who asks.
Lynn Nagle
November 5, 2020.
I called them to get a price check on a service and spoke with Emilee. She was so helpful in helping me determine what I needed and was so patient with my many questions. She spoke of their customer satisfaction goals and how their job is to educate the customer so they can make an informed decision. While on the phone I e-mailed her a picture of my system. Wow, I haven't used them for service yet but just the call made me feel comfortable with their ability and honesty. If you have questions, speak to Emilee because she really knows her stuff. Thank you!
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