Educational Blogs - Water and Air Quality

Spring 2025 is here, and it’s the perfect season to freshen up your home. One area often overlooked during spring cleaning is your water filtration system. Proper maintenance of your water filter is essential to ensure it continues to provide you with clean, safe drinking water. Regular upkeep can improve the longevity and efficiency of your system, ensuring your family’s water remains pure year-round. Why Regular Maintenance is Crucial Every water filter system, whether for the whole house, under-sink, or countertop, plays a vital role in removing contaminants and impurities. Over time, filters become clogged with sediment, bacteria, and other...

Many homes rely on wells to meet their water needs. According to the latest data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), more than 44 million people—about 14 percent of the U.S. population—depend on private domestic wells as their primary source of drinking water. However, the quality and safety of water from these domestic wells remain largely unregulated by the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act or state laws. Individual homeowners bear the responsibility for maintaining their well systems and monitoring water quality.   New Contaminant Concerns in 2025: In addition to bacteria and synthetic chemicals like PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances),...

When we turn on the tap, we assume the water flowing out is clean and safe. After all, municipal water supplies are regulated and treated to meet health and safety standards. But is city water always safe? And can its quality change over time? City Water: Safe but Not Perfect While city water is treated to remove contaminants, that doesn’t mean it is free from potential risks. The presence of chlorine, heavy metals, sediments, bacteria, and even pharmaceutical residues in tap water is a growing concern. Additionally, water quality can vary based on several factors, including: Seasonal Changes: Rainfall, drought,...

As winter fades and temperatures rise, it’s essential to inspect your water filtration system to ensure it’s functioning correctly after exposure to cold and frost. Freezing temperatures can cause damage to filters, housings, and UV systems, potentially affecting the quality of your home's water. Follow these key maintenance tips to keep your system running efficiently. 1. Inspect All Filters for Damage Cold weather can cause water filters to freeze, crack, or become clogged with debris. To ensure optimal performance: Remove and inspect each filter for visible cracks or brittleness. Replace any filters that appear damaged or are past their recommended...

Water and air are vital resources that sustain life, yet both are increasingly under threat from industrial and agricultural pollution, as well as natural disasters like wildfires. Contaminants such as pesticides, fertilizers, industrial runoff, fire-related debris, and airborne pollutants jeopardize both water and air quality, leading to environmental damage and health risks. Installing whole-house and drinking water filters, along with HEPA air filters, is a proactive solution to safeguard your family’s health and contribute to a sustainable future. Understanding the Impact of Pollution, Wildfires, and Airborne Contaminants on Water and Air Quality Industrial Pollution: Factories and industrial facilities discharge pollutants such...