A known fact: 85% of the water used in the United States is hard water. It contains calcium and magnesium and will build scale within your home.

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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 […]

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 […]

Water Softener Myths

– MYTH: A WATER SOFTENER IS A WASTE OF MONEY The cost of a water softener can cause sticker shock.  Some people don’t think they need soft water, not for that price.  A water softener is helpful like any other appliance in your home.  The fact is a water softener is one of the only […]

What is Hard Water?

Have you noticed white deposits on your fixtures in the bathroom or spots on your shower door? If you have, it’s hard water. From bathing to energy consumption using appliances, hard water affects everything. In fact, more than 85% of homes in the United States have hard water to some degree.

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?

Soft Water vs. Hard Water

Would you rather have water that will make your skin feel soft and smooth or dry and itchy? Of course, most people would choose soft and smooth. But unfortunately, all do not experience the soft and silky feel because  85% of the water in the United States is hard water.  Even when homes are supplied […]