Whole House Water Filtration Solutions
There are different types and sizes of whole house water filtration systems available to address the various types of potential water quality issues experienced in Danvers town water or well water. Not only is matching the right technology important, but also sizing the system to meet the water usage demands of your home is also key. Additionally, a professionally plumbed system is also critical as well as maintenance of the system throughout the years to optimize the useful life and proper functioning of your new equipment.
While symptoms of water quality issues such as bad odors & taste, staining of laundry, bathroom fixtures, etc. are indicators of problems, the preferred starting point is to get a water test to identify the minerals or contaminants in the water and at what quantity they exist. This will lead to an effective system recommendation and route to providing your home with excellent water quality.
WHOLE HOUSE WATER FILTRATION OPTIONS
Water Softener & Sediment Filter
A water softener is a type of whole house water filtration system that is designed for removing hard water minerals (magnesium & calcium) as well as dissolved iron and manganese from the water. For water with high levels of iron or manganese (“the stainers”), an “up-flow” water softener is recommended to prevent mineral build-up in the bottom of the water softener. Also, high efficiency water softeners that are more efficient with both water and salt usage are preferred.
For other types of contaminants, there are various types of point of entry, whole home water filters that can be installed for effective water filtration.
BAD ODORS & TASTES
In addition to the above systems described, there are many other types of systems to remove bad tastes & odors, sediment and many other objectionable minerals and contaminants in the water. Starting with a water test will dictate the right approach. For more detailed information on bad odors and tastes in your water, see the link at: https://h2ocare.com/bad-odor-taste-/
LEAD IN WATER
Lead found in tap water usually comes from the corrosion of older fixtures or from the solder that connects pipes. Water is known as the ultimate solvent in that it picks up a little of everything it touches as it flows through the ground, pipes, etc. Also, when water sits in leaded pipes for several hours, lead can leach into the water supply. Measures taken during the last two decades have greatly reduced exposures to lead in tap water. These measures include actions taken under the requirements of the 1986 and 1996 amendments to the Safe Drinking Water Act (http://www.epa.gov/sdwa) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) Lead and Copper Rule (http://www.epa.gov/lead-and-copper-rule)
Lead can be effectively removed from the water utilizing a carbon filtration system with a small enough micron rating to prevent the lead from penetrating. Also, a reverse osmosis drinking water system removes lead from your drinking water. Speak to your water treatment professional to determine the best approach for you.
