by nmarowitz | Apr 29, 2025 | Arsenic
ARSENIC IN DRINKING WATER Approximately 20 percent of private wells in Massachusetts produce water that exhibit unhealthy levels of naturally occurring arsenic. Testing well water is the best way to make sure that your water is clean and safe to drink. Arsenic in... by nmarowitz | Apr 21, 2025 | Rotten Egg Smell
If your water smells like rotten eggs, it is most likely caused by Hydrogen Sulfide. Hydrogen sulfide is a colorless gas that can exist naturally in groundwater. Sulfur-reducing bacteria present in groundwater use sulfur from decaying plants and other organic matter... by nmarowitz | Apr 14, 2025 | Reverse osmosis
💧 Brita Pitcher Filter How Brita works: Brita uses activated carbon and ion-exchange resin. Removes chlorine taste and odor, zinc, copper, mercury, some particulates, and certain other contaminants. Easy to use: just pour tap water into the pitcher, and it filters as... by nmarowitz | Apr 9, 2025 | Water Quality
Various types of bacteria can be present in water, including both harmless and potentially harmful species. Some common types include: 1. Pathogenic Bacteria (Harmful) These bacteria can cause diseases in humans and animals if ingested or exposed to open wounds.... by nmarowitz | Apr 1, 2025 | Rotten Egg Smell
If your water smells like rotten eggs, it is most likely caused by Hydrogen Sulfide in Easton, Massachusetts and this region. In following, Hydrogen sulfide is a colorless gas that can exist naturally in groundwater. Sulfur-reducing bacteria present in groundwater... by nmarowitz | Mar 25, 2025 | Rotten Egg Smell
Rotten egg smell in your water is most likely caused by Hydrogen Sulfide in Abington, Massachusetts and this region. In following, Hydrogen sulfide is a colorless gas that can exist naturally in groundwater. Sulfur-reducing bacteria present in groundwater use sulfur... by nmarowitz | Mar 18, 2025 | Water Filtration, Water Quality
Carbon filtration is used to help remove common chemicals such as chlorine, chloramine, pesticides, and herbicides from your water supply. Chlorine and chloramine are commonly used by municipal water suppliers to disinfect water against harmful bacteria, a very... by nmarowitz | Mar 18, 2025 | Rotten Egg Smell
Rotten egg smell in your water is most likely caused by Hydrogen Sulfide in Charlton, Massachusetts and this region. In following, Hydrogen sulfide is a colorless gas that can exist naturally in groundwater. Sulfur-reducing bacteria present in groundwater use sulfur... by nmarowitz | Mar 14, 2025 | Water Quality, Water Softening
High Magnesium & Calcium Creates Hard Water High levels of dissolved calcium and magnesium makes cleaning clothing more difficult. It can also create streaking on dishes and glasses, scaling on faucets and shower heads. Additionally, it can make cleaning your... by nmarowitz | Mar 11, 2025 | General Water Quality Topics
The EPA recommended maximum allowable level for iron in water as a secondary contaminant is .3 parts per million and for manganese is .05 parts per million. Notably, small amounts of these minerals can create very impactful, even devastating affects on your... 