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

How much would a pool like this cost?

I like that there is an automatic cover over the pool. I am thinking of doing a narrow and long rectangular lap pool with a spa on one end and a beach entry on the other. I'd like an automatic retracting cover that can be walked on when closed.

How to Test Well Water

If you live off well water, you obviously want to make sure it's safe for drinking. The best way to test your water is to send samples to a laboratory for testing, as this method provides the most accurate results. You can buy home testing...

What exactly is a drilled well?

A drilled well consists of a hole bored into the ground, with the upper part being lined with casing. The casing prevents the collapse of the borehole walls and (with a drive shoe or grout seal) prevents surface or subsurface contaminants from entering the water supply. The casing also provides a housing for a pumping mechanism and for the pipe that moves water from the pump to the surface<br>The quality of materials used in well construction is an important factor. Casing must…

How Hot Should A Hot Tub Be?

Have you ever wondered how hot should a hot tub be? Consider these factors when deciding what temperature to set your hot tub.

Why There Are Diamonds on Tape Measures

In a perfect world, you could use the red marks to identify the placement of the studs. To locate a center between the studs, simply find the black diamond.

10 Classic Swimming Pool Games

Remember how much fun you had as a kid swimming in the pool with your friends and playing Marco Polo or sharks and minnows? Do you remember the rules? What are some other classic pool games out there?

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

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.

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.

Do You Need a Water Softener?

How does a water softener work?

Hard water can be problematic because it causes pipes clog. Using a water softener can help solve this problem, but how does it work?

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!

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…

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

Water Softener Installation: 4 Lifestyle Benefits

Discover how water softener installation will enhance your lifestyle with improved efficiency and cleaner water while saving you time and money.

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?

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?

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.