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You’ve heard the term “water softener” before. But what exactly does it do? And what is the difference between hard water and soft water? You know it probably doesn’t have anything to do with the water’s actual weight, but what does it refer to? To understand what a water softener does, you’ll need to understand what hard water is and why it needs to be softened.

Here at Quality Water of the Carolinas, we’re here to give you all the insights and tidbits of information you’ll need to educate you on the topic – how do water softeners work And to assist you with what you need to know about water softeners and why you should consider having a full-home system installed into your home.

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You’ve seen the small water filters that attach onto the side of a kitchen faucet. You might even have your own water filter pitcher, so it’s easy to serve up iced cold, refreshing water (despite needing to fill that thing up every few hours). When dealing with water, you will almost always look toward how you consume it. But that’s only a small fraction of what you ultimately do with the water. 

You spend far more time cleaning with it (your clothes, your dishes, yourself) than actually putting it into your body. This means you need to consider not only the taste of the water but the overall purity of it. Unfiltered water you use in your shower can leave your skin feeling dry and flaky. You might feel weighed down, and you may even notice an odd chlorine smell to your skin as if you just got out of a swimming pool. You can avoid all of these issues with total filtered water inside of your home. We have listed some of the benefits of showering with filtered water below.

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There’s nothing like drinking a fresh glass of water. But what happens if your water isn’t as fresh-tasting as it should be? Perhaps it tastes off, or it leaves your skin feeling dry and smelling like chemicals. Whatever the result, you need to do something about it. 

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Your body is made primarily up of water. Because of this, you need to replenish the fluids continually you lose throughout the day. Doctors recommend drinking at least eight servings of 8-ounce glasses of water at a minimum. In reality, you should probably be drinking even more than that. But is one water source better than others? Is all water created equal, or are some kinds of water better for you than others? 

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When it comes to purifying the water in your home, you may think of the water filter attachments you can purchase at a local grocery store. These are fine options when you want to clean the water for one faucet, but is this all you need, or would it be better to consider a whole house water filtration system? You may have some friends who have full systems, and they tell you about how much they have enjoyed it, but in reality, are whole house water filtration systems worth it? Here is everything you need to know about whole-house systems and whether it is a good investment for your home and health. Read More

The old water cooler. A staple of the American office. References to discussions around the water cooler have remained in pop culture and in regular conversations for decades. Why? The water cooler, at least for a time, was the one real object anyone in the office would walk to. Not too long ago, before businesses started to add games and other decompressing objects to help you mentally relax, the water cooler and the coffee maker were the only two places you could get up and run into someone else from the other side of the office. Read More

One of the most important steps in maintaining a healthy lifestyle is drinking enough water. Most doctors and nutritionists will tell you to drink at least eight servings of 8 ounces of water a day. That equals 64 ounces of water. This, realistically, should be the minimum. It helps flush out toxins in your body, assists in maintaining your digestive system, and it hydrates your body. However, it can seem like a challenge sometimes to stay on top of drinking at least 64 ounces of water a day. So much so you’ve probably asked, “how can I drink more water” before. Read More

Is your skin extremely dry and flaky after taking a shower? Maybe it smells odd, or it leaves your dishes streaky and gunky even after washing. Well, if you suffer from any of these issues, you need to invest in a water softener.

A water softener will dramatically improve the quality of your water, which in turn will help improve the quality of your health and happiness. You shouldn’t be forced to immediately lather up lotion over your body to avoid cracked, dry skin, simply because you took a shower. You also shouldn’t be forced to wash and re-wash your dishes because the minerals in your home water supply leave the glasses stained and fogged. Read More

When you turn on your tap and fill up a glass of water you have come to expect the water to be good and safe to drink. And while the water is generally safe, it may not be of the highest quality. There is a chance you’re drinking tap water that has minerals, sodium, and even dirt or chemicals within the water. When water leaves your local purification plant it is at a safe level, but a lot can change between the time it leaves the plant and the time it arrives at your home. Additionally, if you pull water from a local well there are all kinds of variables you’ll need to deal with, all of which can alter the quality of your water.

That is why you need to know and understand the importance of good water quality. To help, here are some pointers in what you should know and how you can go about finding out more about your water quality. Read More

The quality of your drinking water has a direct impact on your overall health and wellbeing. It impacts how dry your skin is and whether your hair is brittle or flowing with life. It can also impact the smell of your washed clothing and clean dishes. There are times where you will know right out of the gate there is an issue with the quality of your water. Other times it might not be as noticeable.

However, just because you are unable to identify a problem through taste or smell does not mean there isn’t a problem. That is exactly why you need to know how to determine water quality. And should you find there to be an issue it is important to treat the water. Treated water will not only improve the quality of your drinking water, but it will help extend the life of your plumbing and connected appliances as well. Read More