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Kinex Salt Monitor

Oh no.  You realize you forgot to check your salt tank, your salt tank is out of salt, and you have hard water.  You thought about checking it multiple times in the last week, but never did.  So now you’re stuck with hard water stains for a short time.  Inspired by overwhelming customer response, Kinetico […]

Healthy Skin in Winter

In the middle of winter, temperatures are sometimes bitterly cold.  We take one step outside and want to walk right back inside.  Colder temperatures bring drier air and potentially sandpaper-like skin.  Keeping skin moisturized in winter is a constant battle for many.  Try these helpful tips to keep your skin soft and smooth during the […]

Location of Water Equipment

You’ve decided it’s time to address the water problems in your home.  It’s time to set up a water consultation with a local water professional.  When they meet with you, they will conduct a water analysis, plumbing audit, and provide a solution to your problems.  One aspect to not overlook is the plumbing audit, which […]

Renting vs. Purchasing Equipment

Hard water is the pits!  The time will come when a homeowner will need to replace water treatment equipment or purchase new.  The tough decision is to rent or buy, and the decision depends on each homeowner’s situation.  Purchasing is not the only option.  Companies rent water softeners for a short-term lease, which can be […]

Needing a Sediment Pre-Filter

Have you ever wondered if you need a sediment pre-filter with your water softener?  It all depends on the type of water entering your home.  Homes on private wells are more likely to need a pre-filter with their water softener.  Your best bet is to have your water tested by a local water professional.  They […]

Softening City Water

My home is on city water, so I don’t need a water softener.  I won’t get any buildup on my water fixtures.  The answer is an emphatic no.  Don’t be alarmed; city water is safe to use and drink.  We are only discussing the effects of hard water within your home on city water.  In […]

Longevity of Water Softeners

For many homes, soft water throughout the home is necessary.  To get soft water, homes will use a water softener, which is considered an appliance.  Much like any appliance, a water softener will require service work at some point.  There becomes a point, roughly 20 years when a water softener needs replacing or reconditioning.  Not […]

Signs a Water Softener Needs Service

When you’re used to living with clean, soft water, life is better.  However, there are moments when you’re unsure you’re getting soft water, or your water softener is working correctly.  You feel you can hear the water softener regenerate every so often, but you’re not getting or feeling soft water.  Considering it’s an appliance, there […]

Running Out of Salt

We’ve all let our salt tank run out of salt.  It happens from time to time.  For the most part, it’s okay.  What happens to your water softener and water when you run out of salt?  Does it ruin your water softener?  What will my water be like?

Drinking Soft Water

When you soften water using a water softener, does the sodium level increase in my water?  Is it safe to drink soft water?  Will my water taste salty from using salt and a water softener?  How much salt is added to my water using a water softener?  These questions are presented to our staff when […]