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See what researchers found when they tested a bottle of Fiji Water against a glass of tap water.

Why Filter Water? 5 Benefits of Clean Water

The question, "Why filter water?" can be easily answered after a few swigs of the pure liquid. Clean water does wonders for your body and your health!

Sulfur in your Water (Rotten Egg Smell)

The most common way to diagnose a contamination of sulfur or hydrogen sulfate in your home is the smell. To that end, there are simple steps you can take to eliminate this from your faucets.<br>Determine the Source<br>Your first order of business is to find the source -- in your drain, or in your water

Apopka Does A Water Softener Filter

Does a water softener filter your water this is a question we get a lot at Drain Genie Plumbing Services

5 Benefits of Having a Water Softener

Living in a home with hard water can be a costly problem. When groundwater flows through the pipes of your home the dissolved minerals combine with heat, leaving scale and buildup that damages your pipes, appliances, and fixtures<br>When water falls as rain, it's pure and void of minerals or soft water. As it flows through the ground, it collects minerals like calcium and magnesium along the way. Water that has collected a large amount of minerals, is classified as hard water. Hard…

Do Water Softeners Remove Chlorine?

The short answer is no. Water softeners are designed to soften the water not filter the water. In this article we explain the differences.

Using Water Softener for Well Water

Although water filters can remove minerals in small amounts of water, water softeners are necessary for larger amounts, such as the water you use for bathing.

Do You Need a Water Softener?

Water Softening vs. Water Filtration: What’s the Difference?

Most homeowners want to make sure the water quality in their home is safe, pure and tastes great. However, there are many different water treatment systems on the market and choosing the correct system can be a challenge<br>In this article we’ll discuss the difference between water softening and water filtration. Knowing the correct choice for your home boils down to understanding what these systems do…

Are Water Softeners Important?

Call us today for free, no obligation consultation regarding how softening the water you use daily throughout your home can improve your quality of life!

Help! My "outdoor" GE water softener doesn't work (and I think I know why)

Paul McKnight's "outdoor" GE water softener stops working, and he thinks he knows why. Not only was it installed by an unauthorized plumber, but it turns out it's an indoor unit. Can this filter be fixed?

When To Service Your Water Softeners

Is it time to service your water softener? Find out when it is time to service your water softeners and how our team can help here

Do-it-Yourself or Get a Professional?

How easy is a water softener installation? While hookup may seem simple are there things a professional needs to know about water quality and treatment?

The Benefits of a Water Softener

When you are updating your home's plumbing system, you may want to consider installing a water softener. A water softener is a device that is designed to remove harsh minerals from your home's water supply.

How Water Softeners Prevent Plumbing Repair

Hard water is a condition that affects the water supply entering some homes through the municipal system. Hard water contains an excess of minerals, usually calcites and magnesium. This is rarely dangerous for your health, although it can reduce taste quality and make it difficult to form soap lather.

The Benefits of Water Softeners

The benefits of water softeners range from saving you hundreds of dollars in potential repairs to removing soap scum from your dishes. If you are interested in knowing what else it can do for you, keep reading.

Do I Take My Water Softener When I Move

If you’re planning a move in the not-so-distant future, you should learn whether or not you should take or leave your water softener.

How bad are water softeners for the environment? [Must Read]

People criticize water softeners for their sustainability. A properly maintained water softener can effectively reduce limescale buildup, which can negatively..