Most homeowners in the United States get their water from public drinking supplies or private water sources. US public water supply is among the cleanest globally, so you don’t have to worry about contamination unless there is leakage. Private water supplies are prone to contamination. Installing a water treatment system in your home can ensure your water is safe for drinking.
Here is everything you need to know about home water treatment systems.
What are water treatment systems?
A water treatment system cleans and removes all kinds of impurities from your home water supply before it reaches you. The water treatment system uses various methods to clean the water, and the purity level varies according to the treatment methods. Usually, home water treatment systems are installed at the point of entry in your house.
What are the types of home water treatment systems you can buy?
Choosing a water treatment system can be tricky as every home has different needs. A professional plumbing company can help you find the right fit. You can start by searching for water treatment installers on Google. Usually, there are four types of home water treatment systems you can choose from for your home. These are:
Carbon filters: Government agencies use chlorine to kill harmful bacteria in the water, but the unpleasant smell and taste of the chemical linger in the water supply. Carbon filters are best suited for households that get chlorine-infused water. Carbon filters contain activated carbon that absorbs all the dirt, impurities, and chemicals from the water and pushes out clean water on the other side.
Reverse osmosis filtration: Reverse osmosis is a process where water is passed through a thin, semi-permeable membrane. When this happens, the dissolved materials in the water are repelled while water molecules pass through easily.
Reverse osmosis is a popular method to remove impurities such as dissolved salts from the water. You can install a reverse osmosis system at your kitchen counter or the POE in your home.
Ultraviolet water treatment system: The power of sunlight to kill germs and microorganisms isn’t a mystery to anyone. However, it is the sun’s ultraviolet rays that destroy the organisms. Using the same ultraviolet rays, you can purify the water by killing any disease-causing microorganisms. UV water treatment is a chemical-free process in which the water is passed through a UV chamber where all the germs are killed before it reaches your tap.
Ion exchange treatment: Another common problem in the water supply is hard water. It occurs due to an excess of calcium or magnesium in the water. Hard water can create buildup in your pipes and fixtures. It is also not good for using soaps and detergents as they don’t dissolve in hard water easily.
Ion exchange treatment or water softeners use sodium to soften the water on the resins. Ion exchange is an inexpensive way to soften your water.
However, you should check with your doctor about how much sodium is safe to consume with the water.
About us
If you are looking for a professional agency to help you test the water in your home and recommend the best water filtration systems in Florida’s Punta Gorda Region, Henry Plumbing is where you should call. We have been helping the residents of Punta Gorda since the 1970s. Our services include water testing, plumbing, water heater services, and more. You can reach out to us at (941) 661-7398 or request an appointment.