The Water Softener Blog

Clean water isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity.  But with so many water filtration products on the market, the term “water filter” can mean very different things depending on who you ask. For the average consumer, a water filter might mean a faucet-mounted device or a refrigerator cartridge. For water treatment professionals, it could mean a whole-house filtration system designed to tackle iron, manganese, arsenic, lead, radium, chlorine, odors, turbidity, and much more. In this first post of our " Water Filter Series" , we’ll focus on one of the most common and widely misunderstood types of filtration: F ilter housings with replaceable cartridges , used at both the Point of Entry (POE), whole house and Point of Use (POU), under sink . This subject can become very complicated but in this article we are going to focus on the most common filter housings and types of filter cartridges used in homes today.  What Are Water Filter Housings? A filter housing is a durable c...

Arsenic is a naturally occurring element that can silently contaminate private well water across the United States. Invisible, tasteless, and odorless, arsenic often goes undetected until a proper water test reveals its presence. For homeowners who rely on private wells, understanding how arsenic gets into groundwater—and how to treat it—is critical for our health and safety. Why Arsenic Occurs Naturally in Groundwater Arsenic enters well water naturally through the erosion of rocks and soil that contain arsenic-bearing minerals. Over time, rainwater and groundwater movement dissolve these minerals, allowing arsenic to leach into aquifers and private wells. No pollution or human activity is required—this is a geological occurrence most commonly found in areas with high natural mineral content, such as parts of the                                        Midwest, Southwest, and Northeas...

Clean, safe drinking water is essential to our health, but well water and city tap water often contain contaminants that can affect taste, safety, and overall well-being. Residential reverse osmosis (RO) systems are the perfect solution for homeowners looking to provide their families with high-quality, purified drinking water. In this article, we’ll explore how reverse osmosis systems work, the filtration stages involved, the contaminants they remove, how they can improve your health, the typical cost of a residential under-sink system, and the filter maintenance required. What is a Residential Reverse Osmosis System? A residential reverse osmosis system is a water filtration system typically installed under the kitchen sink or in the basement. It uses advanced membrane technology to remove harmful impurities and contaminants from tap water, providing clean, great-tasting drinking water directly from a dedicated faucet.  How Does a Reverse Osmosis System Work? Reverse osmos...

BPA and BPS Chemicals in Drinking Water: Health Risks, Standards, and How to avoid these harmful chemicals During a recent online "water treatment discussion forum" there was a questioned posted regarding health issues the person was having and how, or if, they could be related to their water.  After a very lenghty discussion. Which invloved getting much more detail from the original person posting the discussion, getting more in depth as to exactly what their health issues were, doing some research myself, drawing on my thirty six of  professional experience in the water treatment industry and helping customers having health issues from drinking water contaminated with BPA, we came to an educated, researched based conclusion. Her health issues are related to drinking from plastic water bottles contaminated with BPA chemicals. This article sheds light on the health hazards of BPA and BPS chemicals in water, how we can avoid BPA and BPS chemicals in our drinking water and, mos...

Potassium Chloride Water Softener Salt:  A Healthier Alternative to Traditional Sodium-Based Salt Water softeners play a vital role in improving water quality in households and industrial settings by removing hardness-causing minerals such as calcium and magnesium. Traditionally, these systems have used sodium chloride (common salt) as the regenerating agent. However, an alternative is gaining traction among health-conscious and environmentally minded consumers: potassium chloride . Though it serves the same primary function in softening water, potassium chloride differs significantly from regular sodium chloride in its composition, benefits, and considerations.                                             Can I Use Potassium Chloride Instead Of Salt In My Water Softener?

Water softeners are essential for households dealing with hard water and iron, which can damage plumbing, reduce the efficiency and lifespan of appliances, and leave residue on dishes, clothing, and plumbing fixtures. A key component in this system is water softener salt , which helps regenerate the softener's resin beads and keep the system running smoothly to provide worry free soft water. Types of Water Softener Salt Water softener salt comes in various forms, including pellets, crystals, blocks, and compacted flakes. Among these, Dura C ube and Hardi Cube salt —formed into small, compacted flakes—is popular due to its high efficiency in regeneration cycles and clean operation. When shopping for water softener salt, consumers often encounter options like Morton , and Diamond Crystal   Pellet  Salt , Diamond Crystal Solar Salt ,  Dura-Cube , and Hardi-Cube . While they may appear similar, there are notable differences in quality, purity, and performance of your wat...