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Archive for the ‘Impurities Found in Drinking Water’ Category

Tap Water Filtration Important for Pregnant Women

Posted by Ken Christopher

drinking water system in your home is one way to ensure safe and quality tap water is provided. A recent article from weather.com states that pregnant women exposed to chemical contaminants had the highest for each outcome of types of birth complications. The study, published in the Canadian Journal of Economics from Princeton University’s Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs, associates environmental contaminants like water pollution with a higher rate of birth defects at a population level.  “Fetuses are vulnerable to all types of pollution, including water contamination caused by chemicals and bacteria,” said Janet Currie, the Henry Putnam Professor of Economics and Public Affairs at the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs, in a press release. “This contamination can lead to a host of problems, including low birth weight babies who can have lifelong cognitive struggles.” It doesn’t mean that tap water should be avoided completely. In fact, it is still much more economical and eco-friendly than bottled water. Your best option? A home drinking water system that can reduce the amount of contaminants in your tap water and improve the quality with the turn of the faucet. Safer drinking water doesn’t have to be expensive and certainly isn’t difficult to get. There was a similar study in the past that also caused worry among pregnant users of public water systems. Your water may not be free of all contaminants, but you may see levels of contaminants which don’t pose any serious health risk.  Still, some women may be more vulnerable than others to potential harm caused by water contaminants. As babymed.com adds, “you should know that certain chemicals that can be found in your drinking water might have a negative effect on the fetal development of your child.” Reduce contaminants and your risk by contacting us today and learning more about our water filtration technology  and drinking water systems.

Nothing’s Better Than a Hot Cup of Tea

Posted by Ken Christopher

January is National Hot Tea Month and we will agree with millions of other people around the world that there is nothing quite as soothing and relaxing as a cup of tasty, hot tea. For thousands of years, tea has been recognized as a key to good health, and even in today’s modern world it is still touted as having many useful health benefits. Experts agree that all tea is good ; however, we say that all good tea starts with great water.

According to a recent article from WCPO News, green tea consists of natural compounds called polyphenols which may actually protect against several cancers, including those of the prostate, GI tract, lungs, breast, and skin. Likewise, those tea polyphenols strengthen bones and protect against fractures. Furthermore, those who drink tea could see improvements in mood, concentration and performance.

How you make your tea matters and it can certainly affect the final outcome as many tea drinkers know. It takes good water to make good tea. When you have contaminants in your tap water, flavors can be altered or overpowered by the less-appealing flavors of minerals or chemicals which could be present in your tap water. Experts and tea aficionados alike agree that it is best to use purified water or filtered water to avoid any issues that may affect the taste of your tea. Hard water should always be filtered for the best tasting tea. Water filters are available for those with specific water problems or a desire for truly excellent water.

Many people use tap water and boil it on their stovetop before adding the tea. However, boiling contaminated tap water could actually make some contaminants more concentrated and worse for your health. Boiling nitrate-contaminated water does not make it safe to drink and actually increases the concentration of nitrates.

For consumers, the best choice for making great-tasting tea and other beverages is tap water filtered by our home drinking water systems. Our drinking water systems remove harmful contaminants and other pollution which could affect the taste of your water and in turn, your tea. For something that is so good for you to drink, shouldn’t it taste as good too? With one of our water filtration systems, it can!

A Call to Conserve Water

Posted by Ken Christopher

Water conservation is the exorbitantly high water bills California has in comparison to other states and with the water supply rapidly dwindling those rates are sure to increase. Lake Folsom in northern California illustrates this crisis perfectly.  The lake is capable of holding 977,000 acre feet of water and it currently only holds 200,000.  As it sits right now, lake levels are dropping several feet per day and long lost gold mining towns are emerging and a bridge that once was buried under water now has water flowing beneath it. So what impact does this drought have on the residents of California?  Well Governor Brown has asked that residents reduce their water usage by at least 20%.  A good portion of that reduction can come from reducing landscape irrigation which comprises about 80% of daily household water usage.  This solution is fantastic for the time being, however what about future water shortages and drought? California is a mostly arid state and water is always at a premium.  The quality of the California water supply has also had its share of problems; the huge agricultural industry continues to contaminate the ground and subsequently the water supply with harmful chemicals.  Nitrates in our water supplies continue to be a pervasive problem that calls for many residents to run their water through a water filtration system before consuming. When considering water conservation along with water filtration systems,  there is only one logical conclusion to make.  A reverse osmosis system will certainly do the job of removing harmful contaminants from drinking water, however it can waste up to 27 gallons of water for each gallon of water it filters.  A LINX Drinking Water System, on the other hand, uses up to 90% less water to filter the same amount of drinking water.  With our water supply already in jeopardy, switching over to a LINX Water Filtration System is the only environmentally smart decision to make.

Looking for water softeners near Lake Folsom or Sacramento? We have many California locations and can provide water softeners in Sacramento all the way down to San Diego.

Businesses Also Facing Water Risks These Days

Posted by Ken Christopher

Joel Makower of GreenBiz, “company awareness about water risk” is vital. The good news for the situation (and about the only good news) is that scarcity and risk drive innovation and new products on the market, and there’s a mini-boom taking place in water tech — everything from “filtration and desalination to sanitation and efficiency.” Conservation is the key. In order to both protect yourself from impurities and harmful contaminants as well water waste, consider one of our eco-friendly drinking water systems which can filter  your water and reduce water waste. Our advanced water filter technology can save you up to 90% more water than traditional reverse osmosis systems and will allow you to do your part to conserve when this nation needs it most.

The Developing Brain and Chemical Exposure

Posted by Ken Christopher

In recent years it has become increasingly evident that expecting mothers must be extra cautious as to what they expose their unborn child to.  Some doctors have noticed the correlation between everyday chemical exposure and conditions such as ADHD, autism, dyslexia and lower IQ points.   As technology continues to advance, we find ourselves exposed to chemicals almost everywhere; the food we eat, water we drink, air we breathe, clothing we wear, vehicles we drive, our everyday environment is inundated with chemical exposure and it is adversely affecting our children. Studies have shown that certain chemicals and water contaminants are considered toxic to the developing brain.  Fortunately, some of them are banned in the US, however there are many that are not.  For example; lead, arsenic, fluoride in high concentrations, insecticides such as chlorpyrifos, and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE) used as a flame retardant found in children’s pajamas, furniture and electronics.  Doctors believe expose to these chemicals in utero can cause defects in the developing brain with effects ranging from a few lost IQ points to children suffering from severe autism. Just because a mother might not feel the effects of low-dose exposure to these chemicals doesn’t mean that the developing baby won’t.  The brain is such a complex organ and in a vulnerable state during development so even small doses of exposure can cause potentially devastating results.  Considering the fact the scientists know very little about the effects of more than 99% of the chemicals currently on the market, it just makes sense to avoid them whenever possible, especially during pregnancy.

Some suggestions to take into consideration during pregnancy is to eat organic food whenever possible, stay away from paint thinners, strong cleaning agents and pesticides, get checked for lead exposure, and drink only filtered drinking water.  It is amazing how many of these chemicals can be leaked into our water supply and not all water filters are capable of removing them to the level where they are safe to drink.  If you are expecting, make sure you are taking extra precautions to what you are exposing your baby to.  If you are looking for a water filtration system that will effectively remove these harmful chemicals from your drinking water, give us a call and we will get you started on the right track to a healthier you and a healthier baby.

Recycled Wastewater as Potable Water

Posted by Ken Christopher

Water Technology recently published an article on recycled wastewater and potable water reuse that we found fascinating and thought really addressed our existing water crisis needs. The majority of our Earth is covered in water so it shouldn’t seem as though we would ever have to worry about a water shortage.  The reality of the situation however is that of the 326 million trillion gallons of water in or on the earth, less than 1 percent (about 0.72 percent) of it is actually usable.  Then there is the additional dilemma of water not being located in adequate amounts in some parts of the world, even though others have an overabundance of freshwater. Some states have begun looking at the possible ways in which we can recycle our wastewater; Southern California in particular has been a leader for many years in this regard. Because of this recycled wastewater, household water filtration & salt-free water softeners in Orange County are becoming increasingly common.

While many states have completely overlooked the fact that wastewater is a fantastic source of essentially 100% reuse, there are others that have developed large scale projects looking at ways to convert wastewater into drinking water. Currently, there are potable reuse technologies in the works that are more thorough than conventional treatments. However, water softeners in the San Fernando Valley and other large Southern California cities are still recommended until wastewater technology becomes more widespread.  Even though the process begins with wastewater, they are ultimately able to produce even higher quality drinking water than conventional treatment plants that begin with “clean” surface water.  Utilizing multiple treatment configurations, they can essentially remove all microbial and chemical contaminants (including industrial and bio-chemicals) with exceptional effectiveness; conventional treatment plants are not capable of this type of water filtration.

Wastewater contains nitrogen, phosphorous nutrients and biosolids that can be used for agriculture as well as oils and grease that can be recycled as biofuels. Technology is currently available that can convert even the most contaminated water into safe high quality drinking water, however many consumers are still leery of drinking recycled wastewater.  We agree – it is hard to overcome the perception and stigma of wastewater even though it is readily available and can be successfully converted into safe and reliable quality drinking water. We believe it is essential to look at alternative ways to conserve, recycle and reuse our existing water supplies.  Drinking water systems and water filters have seen some amazing advances these last few years and if we can overcome the perception of recycled water, it would go a long way toward solving the water crisis in the world.

California Drought Could Lead to Water Contamination

Posted by Ken Christopher

Water Technology Online, experts in California have warned that the state’s drought conditions could actually lead to contaminated groundwater, putting our drinking water at risk. There are currently ten rural water systems where people with private wells have been identified by the California Department of Public Health as being at risk of running out of drinking water in 60 days because of drought. It is said that the drought has caused some contaminants already present in the groundwater to become concentrated, contaminating wells in these areas. With a normal level of rainfall, contaminant levels could be considered safe and measured under the limits, but the drought has created the risk of high levels of arsenic and other chemicals. State and public health officials promised to truck in water to the affected communities when necessary, but how long could this last? Since private well owners are often left to their own testing, unlike public water systems. Residents have to monitor regularly for contamination, but there may be an easier solution to rely on. Would you make an investment in your water to ensure it is contaminant-free and protect your home? Our drinking water systems are eco-friendly and waste less water than traditional reverse osmosis systems. Our advanced technology allows residents access to a full amount of safe drinking water- even those residents who have wells. Give your family the tools to protect and conserve the water you have right now and prepare your home for the water you may have in the future. Contact us today to learn which of our drinking water systems would be best for your home.

Major Flaw Identified in Municipal Water Supplies

Posted by Ken Christopher

The Clean Water Act was initiated to ensure the safety and cleanliness of our drinking water and it has certainly made a positive impact on the water industry in our country.  It is not a perfect system though and that was made abundantly clear with the West Virginia chemical spill back in January.  Freedom Industries spilled 10,000 gallons of toxic chemicals into West Virginia’s water supply.  They failed to immediately report the chemical leak and thousands of residents were subjected to tainted water before it was made public. Not only was their drinking water affected, but residents were unable to even come in contact with the water it was so bad.  Then the problem was compounded when Freedom Industries admitted that there was second chemical that was included in the initial spill almost 2 weeks later.  The fact that this second chemical went undetected, despite intensive water testing is quite alarming and reveals a significant deficiency in how water companies test drinking water quality. The EPA currently requires water companies to test for 80 different contaminants in drinking water supplies but it doesn’t require daily, weekly or even monthly testing of many of them.  Some tests are only conducted every 6 months or even up to a year apart.  If there is a problem during this time, residents would be drinking contaminated water – for months – without ever knowing about it. Another flaw in this system is that while they do test for 80 different contaminants, there are tens of thousands of chemicals in use.  Water companies can only find contaminants they are actively looking for; there is no comprehensive screen for these other potentially harmful contaminants, which is why the West Virginia American Water Company was unable to detect the other chemical involved in the spill.  They were not required to test for it so they didn’t. This has raised some major concerns as to the actual safety of the water we are drinking.  We tend to take it at face value that municipal water companies are providing safe, contaminate free drinking water, but now we must question whether or not they really are.  Consumers who drink water from a well know the importance of making sure it is filtered because of what contaminants they might ingest.  Now it makes even more sense for residents on a municipal water supply to have a second line of defense in their homes with a water filter system.  Water filtration systems are able to filter out many harmful chemicals that municipal water companies don’t detect as well as other chemicals they put into the water to kill what bacteria and viruses they know about.

What do you look for in a water filter?

Posted by Ken Christopher

Minimizing water pollution from your own tap is one of the many reasons households are installing home water filters at a rapid pace. A drinking water system has an important job and you deserve the best product out there to do all it needs to do. After all, your water filter will be protecting your family from the adverse effects of many contaminants and minimizing your exposure to water pollution. You should pick the best drinking water system when it comes to the safety and quality of your tap water. Don’t settle for anything less than the best.

A drinking water system is also an investment and nobody wants to pay for something when it isn’t effective. Although some towns and cities have policies or have set up recycling programs to minimize environmental pollution, drinking water contamination is still an issue for much of the nation’s tap water. Water filters can remove heavy metals and contaminants to provide people with clean and softer water without the effort of hauling bottles from supermarkets, too.

When selecting a drinking water system, we recommend that you choose one that has a Gold Seal designated from the Water Quality Association (WQA). This program is dedicated to providing public health and safety services throughout the USA and globally, while maintaining expert service, superior reputation, and fair pricing. The Gold Seal Program offers certification of all products and chemicals that contact drinking water.

Our drinking water systems have this certification and others because it has been proven to be one of the best on the market in multiple categories. Wasting up to 90% less water than traditional reverse osmosis systems, our products are as eco-friendly as they are efficient. Our advanced water filtration technology represents one of the greatest moves in the drinking water industry since the introduction of reverse osmosis and as we face various reasons for need home water filters, let us do the work for you.

Forecast predicts tough times for Southwest water supply

Posted by Ken Christopher

Water Tech Online has predicted a grim forecast for some states in the Southwest United States, including California, this year when it comes to drought conditions and a dry water supply. Whether you have a drinking water system in your home or not, water conservation is a topic that we urge all residents to become familiar with these days. Water waste must be avoided due to drought conditions and less snowpack than average. Some models of water filters or RO systems waste a large percentage of the water they use during the filtration process, but not having a home drinking water system can also pose health risks due to drinking water contamination. Meanwhile, bottled water leads to a large percentage of toxic landfill waste and could be avoided by making an eco-friendly choice. The article mentioned above discusses data in a press release from the USDA National Water and Climate Center NWCC. There is some positive news for some states though, as Washington, most of Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and the northern parts of Colorado and Utah are expected to have near normal or above normal water supplies through the rest of the summer, according to the forecasts. However, far below normal stream-flows are expected for the southern parts of Oregon and Utah, southwestern Idaho, California, Arizona, New Mexico and western Nevada. Areas like Arizona have been more drought conscious due to their naturally dry climates. For example, Phoenix water softener systems are becoming more and more common. As stated in the article, many of these areas are in the nearly 500 counties across the country experiencing drought, according to USDA disaster designations. Some experts have found that 100% of California is under drought conditions with water supplies in high demand but limited quantity. Officials and experts are scrambling to find ways to save water and limit its use. Our drinking water systems can help residents do their part in this water crisis and save on water waste thanks to our advanced water filtration technology. Household demand for water doesn’t always decrease even though our water supply has here in Irvine. That is why a water filter at the tap may be perfect for your family; water conservation meets high quality drinking water with reduced contamination. Not only is this a cost-effective solution for you, but it is also an eco-friendly solution for our area. Every little bit counts and unfortunately, we just do not have enough water supply to waste what little we do have. So, are you a California resident interested in conserving water? We are here to help with our many California locations in both Northern and Southern California. If you need a salt-free system in San Diego, a drinking water system in Los Angeles, or a water softener in San Jose . Call us today to schedule a free water test!