Storm season is upon us, and we want you to be prepared! Power outages are unfortunately becoming more and more common, as is the use of portable generators. Here are a few tips and tricks to ensure you water treatment equipment and/or pump is working properly when the lights come back on! Losing Power During Read the full article…
How Long Does A Well Pressure Tank Last?
A quality well pressure tank will last 10-15 years – or even longer. Cheap tanks will last maybe 5 years or less. The difference is in the quality of the bladder inside the tank and the external service connector. The bladder holds the water inside the tank. During water usage the bladder fills up and Read the full article…
Reverse Osmosis System For Drinking Water
Is Reverse Osmosis water unhealthy? The answer is no. Reverse Osmosis is a powerful process that removes hundreds of contaminants – some you will never even know about, at a fraction of the cost of bottled water. Reverse Osmosis will treat your tap water at the kitchen sink by forcing water through a series of Read the full article…
How Often Should I Change My Sediment Filter?
Every 3 months is a good place to start. But every well is different, and water quality can change depending on the time of year, weather, and water usage. Change your filter when you notice a decrease in water pressure, or (if applicable) your sulfur odor returns. Do not be concerned if your filter looks Read the full article…
Well Pressure Tanks – What Size Do You Need?
Most residential pressure tanks come in 5 sizes. Roughly, 20, 30, 50, 60 and 80 gallons. What most people don’t realize is that pressure tanks don’t hold that much water. A general guideline is that 1/3 of the tank holds water and the rest is air. Why air? Air is compressed inside the tank and Read the full article…
How To Remove Uranium From Well Water?
There are only TWO accepted AND practical ways recognized by the EPA to remove uranium from your water: Reverse Osmosis – (RO) Ion Resin System Reverse Osmosis Systems Reverses Osmosis – aka RO System – is like a water filter on steroids. It can remove a wide range of contaminants such as uranium from your Read the full article…
How Much Uranium is Safe in Drinking Water?
Uranium is a hot topic in CT as an increasing number of homeowners are testing positive for this contaminant in their well water. But is there an actual safe level? As far as drinking water goes, Connecticut follows the US EPA Drinking Water Guidelines – called Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCL). The MCL for Uranium is: Read the full article…
3 Ways to Test Your Drinking Water for Uranium
Since uranium has no smell, taste, odor or color – the only way to know IF it is in your water is to have your water professionally tested. Testing Options: Bring the sample yourself to a certified laboratory. Many labs will even supply you with a free sampling bottle and instructions. Usually you will run Read the full article…
My Water Smells Like Rotten Eggs – Sulfur Odor Issues
Sulfur Can Be Caused By: A Bacteria – called sulfate-reducing bacteria A Gas – called hydrogen sulfide Your Hot Water Heater – because the rod contains sulfate Is it Harmful? Rarely – per the EPA. But it really can stink. It can make the water taste bad and if the levels are high enough, it Read the full article…
How to Pick the Right Sediment Filter For My Home
Your well can produce a lot of gunk! Sediment, mud, even sludgy iron bacteria. One of the easiest and cost-effective ways to protect your home is by installing an In-Line Cartridge Filter. Also known as a Whole House Filter. The Filter Unit is installed after your pressure tank (if you have one) and usually before Read the full article…