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What is a Salt-Free Water Conditioner?

Posted by Ken Christopher

Let’s face it, water is an essential and vital component to sustain life, but in order for drinking water to provide its full range of health and household benefits, it often must be treated.  The question most often asked is, “which water treatment system is the best?”

We wish there was just one answer to that question, it would make it so much easier for homeowners to know what to purchase, however that is not the case. The type of water you have in your home, as well as the local regulations and your own personal preference will determine which type of water treatment system will water conditioner work best for you.

Today, we are going to look at salt-free water conditioners; their pros, their cons and why they would or wouldn’t work for your situation. First, we need to understand how a salt-free water conditioner works. Unlike a water softener, which removes calcium and magnesium in the water and replaces them with sodium ions, a salt-free water conditioner leaves the minerals in the water but changes their form so they will not adhere to surfaces. When homeowners make the decision to treat hard water, it is usually to eliminate mineral buildup in their pipes and appliances which can damage and shorten the life of water using appliances as well as drastically reducing water flow in pipes. A salt-free water conditioner works great in this instance since it breaks up the minerals in such a way that they will not adhere to surfaces.

If homeowners want to eliminate the minerals in their water and enjoy the luxurious feel of mineral-free water, then a water softener would be a better option. The fact that salt-free water conditioners do not remove calcium and magnesium is actually a positive aspect of their features. Numerous studies have been done that tout the health benefits of both calcium and magnesium. In fact the World Health Organization (WHO) did an in-depth study of why calcium and magnesium should be left in our water. Inadequate intakes of calcium have been associated with increased risks of osteoporosis, kidney stones, colorectal cancer, hypertension and stroke, coronary artery disease, insulin resistance and obesity. Low magnesium levels have been implicated in hypertension, coronary heart disease, type 2 diabetes, mellitus and metabolic syndrome. When left in drinking water, it is much easier to get adequate amounts of both these beneficial minerals.

Another consideration to take into account is how your water treatment decision affects the environment. A salt-free water conditioner not only does not waste any water, it also eliminates the addition of sodium into groundwater. Certain cities have already banned the use of salt water softeners; however, salt-free water softener systems in Santa Clarita and the other cities are legal. Sodium has been declared as one of the biggest contaminates affecting water supplies in the nation and around the world. It has become so prevalent that it is beginning to destroy crops and affect groundwater across the globe. In fact, many states now have communities which have banned the sale of some types of regenerative water softeners since they flush sodium back into the ground.

As we said earlier, there are many factors to take into consideration before choosing a water filtration system. The best way to start the process is to have your water tested to see what issues you need to address. Next, do your research; evaluate each water treatment system on the market to see which one fits your needs and the needs of the environment while still providing the best tasting, healthiest water possible.

Actionable and Essential Water Conservation

Posted by Ken Christopher

Water conservation has been a hot topic the last several years as many southwest states continue to experience one of the worst droughts in the past century.  There have been reports of wells running dry and drinking water shortages and there doesn’t seem to be an end in sight.  Some experts are even saying that California is on the verge of a mega-drought, which is defined as a drought that lasts for a decade or longer.  In order for California and other drought plagued parts of the US to have enough water to sustain living conditions, as well as the huge agricultural production in the region, there must be a change in how water is consumed. As the lakes and streams get lower and lower, it becomes even more imperative that any sort of water waste must be eliminated.  There are already restrictions in place regarding unnecessary outdoor water usage such as washing of sidewalks and driveways, limited irrigation times, no dumping and refilling of pools, spas or outside fountains with many more restrictions to come.  In many areas, restaurants are required to only give drinking water to customers upon request and residents are required to fix any leaks and plumbing issues immediately.  Some of the hardest hit communities are even rationing home and business water usage with substantial fines for those who don’t comply. Even though much of California is described as having a Mediterranean climate, with winter rains and hot dry summers, there is also a large part of the southern portion of the state that has desert-like conditions.  Considering that their infrastructure of irrigation is second to none however, the nice green grass and vegetation does not attest to the desert-like conditions.  California is first in line to get their allotment of the Colorado River and residents can usually enjoy a surplus of water resources, which unfortunately tends to perpetrate water waste. One way to combat water waste is to install high efficiency appliances. Sure there is an upfront cost, but in the long run they will save you money while conserving energy and precious water in the process.  One area where high efficiency appliances are most often overlooked is in drinking water systems.  Reverse osmosis (RO) is probably the most common way to treat drinking water, but it wastes a huge amount of water in the process. Huge as in up to 12.5 gallons of municipal water go down the drain just to produce one gallon of drinking water.  In fact, RO systems are probably the biggest waster of water you will find in a household.  Upgrading to a high efficiency drinking water system, such as the LINX 140 or 160 systems, can save an average household over 7,000 gallons of water per year. With no end in sight for this pervasive drought, California and its neighbors need to start thinking outside the box for ways to conserve this precious commodity.  Adhering to water restrictions is a good start, along with installing low flow toilets, faucets and shower heads and being conscious about how much water is actually being used; but are these measures enough?  There are many sources of hidden water waste that most individuals don’t even recognize and those are the ones that might just tip the scale into actionable and essential water conservation.

Save Water Inside and Out!

Posted by Ken Christopher

water filter or other type of drinking water system  could actually be wasting water right in your home. Using our state-of-the-art technology and following some of these easy-to-do tips will help you save water inside of your home and outside, too. Inside your home, you can start by taking shorter showers, fewer baths, using less water in the bathroom in general and immediately fix leaks. If your toilet has a leak, you could be wasting about 200 gallons of water every day. That would be like flushing your toilet more than 50 times for no reason! Try this experiment: test for leaks by placing a drop of food coloring in the toilet tank. If the color shows up in the bowl without flushing, you have a leak! Another neat idea is to put a bucket in the shower while you’re waiting for the water to warm up, and use the water you catch for watering plants, flushing the toilet or cleaning. There are also some things you can do outside which will conserve water too. For example, using a broom to sweep dirt and leaves and not use the hose. You will no doubt need to cut back on how often and how much you water your landscape, but for many people they may not know when to water their plants optimally and this, too, can create the issue of using more water than necessary. Experts suggest watering your yard in the early morning or late evening when it’s cool outside. Watering when it’s hot and sunny is wasteful because most of the water evaporates before the plants have time to drink it. In addition to saving on your water bill, you can feel good knowing that you’re doing your part to conserve water. The state is in dire need of protecting water sources and simply cutting back. Some industries need water to thrive, but as a consumer we can certainly all do a better job of saving water. If you have a drinking water system in your home, be sure to use one which will require smaller amounts of water to do the trick. Household water consumption is one of the easiest ways to consume water in a short amount of time, especially in such desperation.

Winter Watering: What You Need to Know

Posted by Ken Christopher

There are two very important things we want you to consider saving more of this winter; money and water. When it comes to winter watering and desert landscaping, there are a few tips you can try that will help you do a better job controlling your winter irrigation habits. According to the Arizona Municipal Water Users Association AMWUA, many businesses and homeowners are watering throughout the winter, as if it were still 110 degrees outside. We know that the other seasons, especially summer, require us to water our plants a little more and a little more often, but water conservation is still crucial to the well-being of the Southwest and Western United States. Like many other homeowners in our area, desert-adapted plants can make it through the winter months with little or no water. Overwatering is just a waste of water and money. Experts agree that even rye grass can thrive with a watering every week or two. There is no need to water each and every day during the winter months. Water efficiency and efficient and eco-friendly water treatment systems are at the heart of what we do, so we wanted to pass along ten important things to know about winter watering straight from the water efficiency professionals at AMWUA:

  1. You can reduce your “sewer fee,” or part of your monthly water bill, as it is based off of your average water use during the winter months. Lower next year’s sewer fees by cutting back on water this winter.
  2. Overwatering can kill desert-adapted plants, whose roots need the soil to dry out between waterings, so they can absorb nutrients from the soil. Soggy soil prevents plants from pulling in essential elements, such as nitrogen and iron, and can suffocate the roots. This leads to yellowing leaves, poor health and even death.
  3. Sometimes, overwatering some types of shrubs and vines in the early winter months will make them too vulnerable to colder temperatures and susceptible to frost damage.
  4. Cactus plants suffer less frost damage if they have not been watered for several months before cold temperatures set in. They hold their water in their cells.
  5. Overwatering could lead to pools of water in your lawn that won’t evaporate as quickly as in the summer heat. These puddles and winter temps could breed mosquitoes.
  6. There are tools available to learn just how much water your specific plants and landscape need in the winter to thrive and survive.
  7. Rye grass is now established by the winter so no need to water as frequently. You are no longer germinating from seeds.
  8. Discuss these concerns and tips with your landscaper and don’t assume they know all about winter watering.
  9. Test once in a while for leaks in your irrigation system. You don’t want to be overwatering and not even know it.
  10. Trees should be watered deeply but far less in the winter months.

All of these tips can really help to save you water and money. 50-70% of a homeowner’s water usage happens outside. If we can lower our total usage during the winter months, it will really help with water conservation and making sure our region has enough water supplies should drought-like conditions hit us again in the future. If you are interested in conserving water in Arizona, we provide Phoenix water softener solutions. Are you located outside of Phoenix? We are proud to offer Scottsdale water softener solutions as well. Whether you need Phoenix water softener solutions or Glendale water softener installation, or a water filtration system in Scottsdale…we have you covered. To check out our water-saving appliances, visit our website or give us a call.

How to Make Water Conservation a Way of Life

Posted by Ken Christopher

Living with Less Water in California Water Conservation CA Drought Here in California, we have had to learn how to live with less water while still trying to maintain the same quality of life. While it has been no easy feat, Californians have done a pretty decent job of conserving water during the last several years of drought. Most of that was probably due to the restrictions that came from state officials. Now that those restrictions have been lifted however, the question is:

Have Californian’s committed to making water conservation a way of life? It is much easier to commit to short term changes – long term changes are another matter altogether. Limiting water waste in our homes must be a lifelong commitment. We live in an arid climate and even if the drought conditions subside, water is always going to be at a premium here. Historically, Californians have been some of the biggest water wasters around, with some areas not even monitoring water usage at all! Californians have been known for their lawns and landscaping. That takes water, water we desperately need to be responsible with.

What can we do? A recent article in the Washington Post, by author Darryl Fears, discusses water conservation trends as a way of life. Too often, we see water wasted as it runs down sidewalks instead of grass, or watering at the wrong time of day when the grass won’t drink it up as much. Tracy Quinn, a water policy analyst for the Natural Resources Defense Council, has seen enough.

There could be some dramatic changes in store for the state when it comes to how residents use their water. A water management plan that could be finalized early this year, is designed to make water conservation “a way of life.” In the past, the Governor forced the state’s 410 water agencies to dramatically reduce their water use. The new plan would instead give each water agency a budget for how much water its customers are allowed to use. Many agencies will be required to purchase technology that detects even the smallest leaks in water lines and to hire data analysts to record and report water use. While this is positive, and most residents are understanding of the changes that need to be made, there are some things that everyone can do to reduce their own water waste within their home.

Change is Good! One thing Californians struggle with is their water quality; from nitrates to arsenic and pretty much everything in between! This is why so many residents opt to filter their drinking water. Unfortunately though, too many neglect to factor in the need for water conservation when choosing a water filtration system. There are new products on the market today, with advanced water filtration technology, that drastically reduces the water waste seen in a typical reverse osmosis systems. Traditional reverse osmosis systems are known to waste water. It doesn’t have to be that way if you invest in a better product. Change is good, and this case, water conservation is for the benefit both us and our state. This drought seems to be never-ending, and who knows if things will ever return to normal. All we can do is be responsible with the water that we do have. We can make better choices in how we use our water, how much water we use and even how we choose to filter our drinking water. Are you a Californian interested in water purification systems? We are here to help! Here at Rayne Water, we have many California locations ready to serve you. From commercial drinking water softeners & filtration systems in Santa Barbara all the way to water softener installations in San Jose …we have you covered. Call today!

Going Green in Your Office

Posted by Ken Christopher

If you work in an office like millions of other Americans, there are many benefits to pushing for green solutions and eco-friendly products. A business that is eco-friendly sets a different kind of tone for its employees and customers. Running an environmentally friendly business helps you reduce your impact on the environment and preserves natural resources. Your business can help the environment in many ways.

One of these ways is to add an eco-friendly drinking water system like one of our bottleless water coolers. It may not seem like a big deal, but providing safe, clean drinking water which won’t cost the environment is a great solution for going even a little bit greener.

As a business owner, do you…

…want to provide great-tasting water?  Our bottleless water cooler has LINX® technology which allows you to adjust the taste starting at reverse osmosis filtered water to spring water.

…want to go more environmentally-friendly? Our drinking water system reduces your carbon footprint and is different than a traditional RO system which wastes a ton of water.

…want to save water? LINX® technology wastes almost no water when compared to other RO systems that feed bottleless water coolers.

…want to save money? Of course you do! The cost of wastewater can be equally, or more expensive than the water you use in your building. Don’t watch your money literally go down the drain.

…want to use technology that is some of the most advanced on the market? We’re sure you will appreciate that our patented LINX® technology was designed and is manufactured in Silicon Valley by the best.

…want options on how to pay for our products? Unlike some companies, we allow you to rent, rent-to-own or buy our bottleless water coolers.

The benefits are awesome and we cannot wait to tell you more about our drinking water products. You’ll be proud to tell your customers and your employees about the systems you chose which will help your office be green and eco-friendly. Good practices start with our products. Promoting your environmentally friendly methods can set your business apart from your competitors and attract new customers who want to buy products and services from an environmentally friendly business!

Softened Water Delivery Made Easy!

Posted by Ken Christopher

Just when you thought water softeners couldn’t get any easier to use, we show you yet another service which has US doing all of the work and YOU enjoying all of the benefits of softened water . But besides the fact that soft water benefits are super easy to enjoy, what else should you know about PE tank services and our soft water delivery ? Well … THIS!

Why choose Rayne Water

Minimal maintenance

Homeowners dealing with the effects of hard water who want a water softening solution with minimal maintenance – like as in 100% maintained by us – will benefit from PE service . Furthermore, any homes or businesses where a traditional water softener unit is prohibited due to the salt or brine aspect, water restrictions or water flow conservation could also benefit tremendously.

No need for electricity 

Our systems work without electricity and you won’t need a drain. These are NO-SALT water softeners and your electric bill won’t go up with this service.

Wide service area

We provide PE tank service to Santa Maria, Northern Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo Counties, Nipomo, Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, Pismo Beach, Shell Beach, Oceano, Paso Robles, Templeton, Atascadero, San Luis Obispo and surrounding areas. We take pride in being able to provide softened water to so many California residents who need it. You can typically bypass HOA regulations where traditional water softeners are banned.

Flexible service schedule

The service schedule is flexible! We can deliver and install your new high efficiency water softener  even when you’re not home. Do you need water weekly, bi-weekly or monthly? No problem! It is all based on your home’s water softness demands and the hardness level of your water. We can work with you to customize a Portable Exchange Service schedule that makes sense for your individual household.

Water saving

There’s no extra water usage – you will be able to enjoy quality water softness while still conserving water. That’s amazing!

Around-the-clock support

We provide 24/7 emergency support – day or night a water expert will come to you whenever you need one to be there!

Efficient and affordable service

The service is efficient, affordable and worth every penny.

Closing thoughts

Life with hard water is hard enough. It’s time to have more time to do the things you love and let us do all of the work for you.

We have several SoCal locations and can provide water softeners in Santa Barbara all the way down to San Diego. Please contact us if you are looking for water systems.

Eradicate Water Contaminants with Eco-Friendly Power!

Posted by Ken Christopher

We want to shine a little spotlight on one of the most eco-friendly and effective drinking water systems available for your home – the Rayne Eradicator. This is one of the leading products on the market today for removing drinking water contaminants. So many Americans take their tap water for granted – we know that the EPA does a pretty good job of regulating the water we drink. They require tests for over 90 contaminants, which is a good reason to not have to think about what is in your home’s drinking water. However, not ALL contaminants are tested for. Expecting a water treatment facility to monitor for thousands of chemicals, is just not practical, not to mention cost-prohibitive.

The Solution to Drinking Water Contaminates

If you worry that your water may have unregulated contaminats in it, we can help. This is where products like the Rayne Eradicator come into the picture. You don’t have to worry what contaminants could be finding their way into your tap. There are many avenues for contaminats to get into your water, but you only need ONE to keep them out – and that’s with one of our effective drinking water systems. The Rayne Eradicator is both economical and efficient, well worth the low monthly cost, but what sets this product apart from our competitors is that it is extremely eco-friendly as well. This innovative water treatment option uses 75-95% less water than traditional reverse osmosis systems! Not only does it alleviate the worry about potential contaminants, it also alleviates the concern about water usage as well. This is a huge advantage, especially here in California where water usage is closely monitored.

Are you looking for more than a drinking water system in Southern California? We also offer other water treatment and water filtration products. We have many SoCal locations and can provide water softeners in Bakersfield all the way down to San Diego. Give us a call today!

The Rayne Eradicator

We first introduced this product in 2017 and are excited to shine the spotlight on it today. With its special sediment filter, carbon and post-carbon filters and membrane, it is capable of providing superior water to your family without all the water usage of a typical reverse osmosis systems. Whatever filtered drinking water demands your household requires, the Rayne Eradicator is more than capable of meeting those needs. Learn more about this special, one-of-a-kind product here!