At H2O Care, we offer comprehensive testing to identify contaminants in your water quickly. From there, our trained experts provide professional recommendations for effective filtration.
There are many factors to consider when treating water issues. Matching the right technology and properly sizing the system to meet estimated water usage demands are key.
Identifying the contaminants in your water and choosing the right system helps you avoid health risks. Proper treatment also reduces the risk of damage to your home’s plumbing distribution system and expensive appliances. It will also aid in removing minerals that create aesthetic problems. These include staining on fixtures, dull laundry, and scale buildup on dishware and glasses.
Some households get their water from municipal sources, where it undergoes treatment before being sent to consumers. Although the water is usually safe, the town has limitations on the amount of treatment they can apply. The result can be poor taste, smell, or overall water quality. For well users, treatment and filtration are solely the owner’s responsibility.
At H2O Care, we have provided comprehensive water treatment services to customers for over 30 years. Contact us to schedule a service appointment and free water test!
How We Identify What’s In Your Water
To select the right water filtration system, you have to find out what’s in your water. The first step is water testing. At H2O Care, we offer free on-site testing and broader laboratory testing for a fee. After we look at the results, we can decide what type and size system you’ll need to remove the contaminants in your water.
Our Water Treatment Services
Water Filtration Installation and Replacement
Trust our trained, licensed plumbing staff to properly install your new water treatment system or replace your existing one. We carefully evaluate your home’s water quality issues before recommending the best solution. Our installation process includes:
- Pre-inspection for complete system setup and configuration
- Testing to confirm optimal performance post installation
- Clear explanation of how your new system works
- Guidance on suggested maintenance requirements
Filtration System Maintenance
Regular maintenance helps prevent costly repairs, extends system lifespan, and ensures your water stays clean and safe. Our maintenance services include:
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Complete system inspection
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Filter changes and media replacement
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System cleaning and sanitizing
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Performance testing
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Water quality testing pre- and post treatment
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Setting adjustments as needed
Filtration System Repair
When your water quality system isn’t performing properly, our experienced technicians quickly diagnose and fix the problem. We repair all types of equipment, including, but not limited to:
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Water softeners
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Water filtration systems
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Reverse osmosis units
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UV purification systems
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Oxidation systems
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Acid neutralizers
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Aeration systems
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Radon removal systems
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Arsenic removal systems
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PFAS removal systems
Types of Water Treatment
H2O Care offers a comprehensive range of household water treatment systems. Some of the systems we install include:
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Point-of-use systems that treat water at a single point of use (like a single faucet).
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Whole-house water treatment systems (point-of-entry systems) that treat all the water coming into the home
Read more about some of the options and how they work below.
1. Water Filtration
Water filtration is the most common way to remove contaminants from your home water supply. There is mechanical filtration, typically performed with cartridge type filters to remove sediment or chlorine and other contaminants. Water softeners, backwashing water filter systems, reverse osmosis, ozone systems, and others can remove dissolved solids and other contaminants. We offer many of these systems to eliminate various contaminants, such as:
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Hardness minerals
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Iron
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Manganese
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Arsenic
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Lead
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PFAS
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Sediment
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Chlorine
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Chemicals
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Foul odors and tastes
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And more
2. Reverse Osmosis
Reverse osmosis (RO) is one method that purifies water using a semi-permeable membrane technology. It is the same technology used to desalinate seawater. It is typically considered the most effective and practical way to truly purify drinking water.
Water passes through pre-filters to remove sediment, chlorine, and other impurities. Then, it flows against the membrane to remove total dissolved solids. Finally, it goes through a post-carbon filter for finishing touches.
Reverse osmosis can remove:
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Contamination from saltwater intrusion in private wells (this would be a whole-house RO system treating all incoming water)
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Foul taste or odor
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Turbidity (cloudiness or haziness in water)
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PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances)
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THMs (Trihalomethanes)
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Haloacetic acid
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And much more
3. Water Softeners
Water softeners remove the minerals that cause water hardness through the ion exchange process. They are also very effective at removing dissolved iron and manganese.
Hard water can lead to limescale buildup, which can damage household appliances, fixtures, laundry, and dry out hair and skin. Iron and manganese similarly can cause staining and damage, as well.
4. Activated Carbon Filters
Activated carbon is used to attract and adsorb certain contaminants.
Activated carbon can remove:
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Volatile organic compounds (MTBE, Trichlorethylene, and many others)
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Pesticides
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Chlorine
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Chloramine
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Herbicides
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Bad odors and taste
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PFAS
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THMs
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Haloacetic acid
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And more
5. Aeration
Water aeration refers to the process of increasing the oxygen saturation in water. It also removes radon gas, volatile organic compounds and other contaminants, while potentially raising low pH.
Aeration can remove:
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Hydrogen sulfide
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Methane
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Radon
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Volatile organic compounds
6. Ozonation
Ozone (O3) is a gas that is a very powerful oxidizer, much more powerful than chlorine. It is an oxidizing agent that’s used to treat water by breaking down organic materials in bacteria, viruses, and parasites, which kills their cells, therefore eliminating them. Ozone also oxidizes dissolved metals into particulate matter that can be mechanically filtered out of the water. Additionally, it can remove odor issues and potentially taste issues, as well.
We install a filtration tank which internally converts air into ozone. The system injects the generated ozone into the water supply in a way that ensures proper mixing and effectiveness. It is a safe and powerful tool in the right applications.
7. Acid Neutralization For Low pH
If your water is acidic, the best solution is a whole-house acid neutralizer. This system raises the pH level of acidic water to a more neutral level. Acidic water can cause damage to plumbing and fixtures (including pin-hole leaks), damage water-using appliances, and cause skin irritation, among other things.
A typical system would include a tank filled with calcite or similar media. As the low pH water flows through the tank, it absorbs some of this media, thereby raising the pH level. For very low pH it is possible to add other stronger media to accomplish neutralization.
Contact Us
At H2O Care, we help you choose the best system to deliver clean, clear water throughout your home. We offer everything from basic kitchen sediment filters to whole-home water filtration systems.
To ensure your tap water meets the highest quality standards, contact us for water treatment installation and more!