Friday, October 11, 2013

Water Crisis In California And Methods Used To Diagnose And Control Well Water Problems

By Edmond van der Wagt


Having hard water coming out of your pipes at home is quite annoying and very disturbing because of its numerous disadvantages; that is why many people today are looking to solve their hard water problem. Bear in mind that one of the most common problems of having hard water is in the shower because it dries your hair and skin.

It can also cause dry skin even if you have just taken your bath; thereby compelling others, especially those beauty-conscious individuals, to use expensive skin moisteners and moisturizers. On top of that, another major problem of having hard tap water is the annoying build-up of mineral residues that clog up the water lines and water pipes in the long run; apart from causing some color changes on the bathroom walls and water outlets as a result of the accumulation of minerals.

Hydrogen Sulfide Odor: This odor is most commonly referred to as the rotten egg odor. It is caused by organic matter that is decomposing in underground water supplies. Once the water is released through the faucet, the odorous gas is released into the air. In addition to the odor, many people say they can taste it in the water.Chlorine Problems: Chlorine can cause both odor and taste issues with drinking water. Chlorine is used in many treatment plants as the primary means of disinfecting raw water. There are two conditions in which chlorine can cause problems: when too much chlorine is injected into the distribution system and when too little chlorine is injected into the system.

There are numerous types of water softeners on the market today. The conventional type is the salt-based water softeners. This usually requires the use of numerous pounds of salt during the conversion process. Consequently, it requires a lot of maintenance since you will need to refill the salt from time to time in the brine tank; not to mention the extra cost.The other type of softener is the carbon-based water softener that requires no salt when converting hard to soft water. This is more convenient on the part of the owner; and it's also more cost-effective. This is the one what I recommend.

Green or Bluish Tint: Blue or green tinted water is caused by copper. The copper may be in the water naturally or it may be coming from within your home plumbing system. Copper in your system can lead to staining of tubs, sinks, and clothing. In higher doses, above 30 parts per million, it can cause you to become sick if ingested.All of the above tap water problems can be solved with quality water filters. Tell your water filter vendor what your particular problem is and they can assist you in choosing the right filter to meet your needs.




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