Water is considered “hard” when it has above a standard level of dissolved minerals in it, most especially calcium and magnesium. The degree of hard water depends on the milligrams per liter or parts per million of combined calcium and magnesium ions in the water. We can provide you with Read more…
It’s no secret; our tap water is generally filled with foreign toxins/chemicals that are unrecognized by our body. In New Jersey, specifically, toxic chemicals were found in dozens of neighborhoods over the past couple of years. Luckily, New Jersey has recently become the first state to pass regulation for toxins Read more…
If you are like many homeowners, you might have already installed a water softening unit to help with the hard water in your home. However, if you’re a landlord, you might not have thought about installing water softeners in your rental units. Of course, this does require an investment on Read more…
When most people think of hard water troubles in the home, you think of the crusty residue on your sink and the spots on your glasses. You may be thinking about the stiff laundry or that squeaky feeling on your skin when you shower. But believe it or not, these Read more…
When you’re trying to sell a home for the best possible price, every little thing counts. The color of the walls, the cleanliness of the baseboards, and the age of the installed appliances can all have a huge impact on the final buying price of the home and it’s up Read more…
Hard Water and Your Health Many people think of hard water as a mere inconvenience that may cause damage to appliances over time, or leave unsightly mineral build-up on sinks and showers; but have you ever considered the possibility of hard water being a health concern? That’s right! For many Read more…
New Jersey water quality is a pertinent topic, as much of Northern New Jersey struggles with hard water. Plumbing maintenance is something that every homeowner has to deal with. After all, leaks can put a dent in your utility bill, clogs are a serious problem for your day-to-day life, and Read more…
Water softening is much more important than you might think. This is especially true if you live in an area where the water is known to be hard. Many times, water treatment facilities do not soften water on their end, so hard water is automatically passed along to you. If Read more…
Hard water is simply tap water that contains a high concentration of minerals. Your water could contain high levels of magnesium and calcium. This happens when groundwater runs through chalk or limestone. In some areas, your hard water could also contain manganese, aluminum and iron. If you do in fact Read more…
Everyone’s home is a little bit different. From the creaky stair to the way the afternoon light comes in the back window, living in your home is a unique experience created by the design, materials, and the environment around you. However, few environmental factors make more of a difference to Read more…