How to Flush a Water Heater to Remove Iron Buildup (Step-by-Step Guide)
If your home has iron in the water, your water heater could be quietly filling up with sediment that reduces efficiency, shortens its lifespan, and affects your water quality. The good news? Regular maintenance—especially flushing your water heater—can prevent costly problems. In this guide, we’ll explain why draining your water heater is important, how to do […]
Lead in Water: The Hidden Risk in Your Home
Lead in drinking water is an invisible threat that poses serious health risks you can’t see, taste, or smell. Even small amounts of lead can have significant negative effects on your health. Therefore, whether you get your water from a private well or a public supply, it’s crucial to understand how lead contaminates water, its […]
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 […]
Dissolved Solids in Water
We use water every day for cleaning, washing, cooking, and drinking. It’s known as the ‘universal solvent’ because it can dissolve more substances than any liquid. Over time, since water absorbs any contaminant(s) it comes in contact with, it creates what’s known as total dissolved solids or TDS. Total dissolved solids are defined as small […]
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 […]
Water and COVID
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused heartache to many families across the globe. Water is used every day for household use and cleaning. It’s used more than ever for washing hands and cleaning to help prevent the spread of the virus. But, our company is often asked, “Can water carry the coronavirus into my home?”
Big Box Equipment
When it comes to home projects, many try the do-it-yourself route. TV home shows often show how easy it is to transform an entire home in thirty or sixty minutes. What we don’t see are the miscues. We usually take on projects when we’re better off buying from a local water treatment professional with professional […]
Winterize Your Home
In the middle of winter, we often grab a jacket, winter hat, or pair of gloves. We bundle up to stay warm. Consider bundling up your home for winter too. Especially your water pipes. Water pipes on an outside wall can freeze even though your home is insulated and heated. Nobody wants to turn on […]