City Water Delivery

"City water" is public water sourced from wells, rivers, springs, etc. It is treated with chlorine or chloramine. This treatment makes it considered public and is commonly used in municipal water supply systems. Chloramine is even stronger than chlorine.

Chloramine is a chemical compound used to disinfect water in community water systems. It is a combination of chlorine and ammonia. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides guidelines for the safe use of chloramine in drinking water.

The CDC recommends that chloramine levels in community water systems should be between 0.5 and 2.0 parts per million (ppm) for maximum disinfection effect. Higher levels can be corrosive to infrastructure and may cause irritation to consumers. It is important for water utilities to monitor chloramine levels regularly and adjust treatment as necessary. The CDC also provides guidance on how to test chloramine

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) considers chloramine levels up to 4 milligrams per liter (mg/L) or 4 parts per million (ppm) safe in drinking water. The EPA has set the Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL) for chloramines at 4.0 mg/L

Private Well Water System

"Private well water" is not usually chlorinated unless the homeowner has added chlorine to it themselves. So if you pay a water bill, then you most likely have "City Water". And should consider a city water treatment system. If you still aren't sure what kind of water you have give one of our expert technicians a call to help you determine your water type. Continue reading to learn more about our water treatment systems and how to find the correct one for your home or office.

Well water filter systems are important. But no well water filter system fixes every well water problem a person could possibly have. EVERY well is unique. And one size DOES NOT fit all situations, no matter what the sales pitch is. So you need to match the right filter to the right problem. Most commonly you may have noticed at some point after a shower flakey hair and dry skin, stained bathtubs and sinks, and white residue on dishes, this is likely due to hard water or water with high levels of calcium and magnesium, this is very common throughout the U.S.

Chlorine Effects on Water Quality

Chlorine used in city water systems can result in unpleasant taste and odor in the water.

The presence of chlorine can affect the overall quality of water, impacting its taste and smell.

Hard water contains high levels of minerals like calcium and magnesium, leading to the accumulation of scale in pipes and appliances.

The buildup of scale can reduce the efficiency of appliances such as dishwashers, washing machines, and water heaters.

Hard water can also promote corrosion, potentially shortening the lifespan of plumbing infrastructure and appliances.

Heavy metals present in city water can pose health risks and cause damage to appliances.

· The presence of heavy metals, such as lead or copper, in water can contaminate it and affect the performance of appliances.

Hardness-Related Issues

Impact of Heavy Metals