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Most families in our area of PA notice these issues too.
“Installed neatly under my sink. The spout is very conveniently located, the water is crystal clear!! This is superior to getting bottled water from the grocery store – I highly recommend this system.” – Karen Nilsson, A 5-Star Google Review
- If you have a private well or public water supply
- The age of your home’s plumbing
- Your exact location (are you close to any farms or manufacturing plants?)
Know what’s in your water with a free, fast, & accurate water test from The Water Store. The Water Store offers free basic water testing in most local areas. Enter your zip code to see if you qualify for free water testing using or call us at (610) 947-5697!
According to a report by CNN, more than 5,000 water treatment plants across the United States are in violation of the Water Quality Association standards and contributing to the water health crisis
- Failure to properly test the wa
ter - Failure to report contamination
- Failure to treat water properly
With any health crisis, it’s important to know and understand the facts and fortunately, the facts are easy to find with a simple water test.
IF YOU SUSPECT OR ARE CONCERNED THAT YOU HAVE CONTAMINANTS IN YOUR WATER, HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS TO TAKE IN GETTING YOUR WATER PURIFIED:- Get your water tested. Contact us at The Water Store and we’ll test your water. Our basic test is free and we offer full 3rd party laboratory testing for non-basic contaminants.
- If we do find contaminants that exceed safe levels, we’ll alert you and let you know your options.
- We’ll help you interpret your results so you can make an educated decision about what to do next.
Hardness Minerals
What it is – hard water contains calcium and magnesium minerals which bond with everything they touch leaving “limescale” in their wake.
Treatment – Our guaranteed water softener provides the best option for soft water on the market. It improves the water throughout your entire home while protecting your appliances and fixtures.
Iron
What it is – Iron can come in a couple different forms including dissolved and non-dissolved. Both of which can leave red/orange stains on your sinks, tubs, and toilets and can be extremely hard to remove. Iron can also cause bacteria to grow and let off an unpleasant smell.
The Iron Breaker III controls the iron & H2S in your home:
- Stop iron stains from occuring
- Enjoy clean, odor-free water
- Protect your water softener from iron
fouling - Protect plumbing fixtures, appliances
and clothing - Protect pipes from iron-clogging and
black oxidation caused by H2S - Eliminate the need for chemical feed
treatment systems - Single system household flow rate
to 21 gpm
Chlorine
What it is – Chlorine is a chemical used by municipal & local water treatment plants to reduce harmful bacteria in the water supply. While this sounds good, chlorine and chloramines can cause a bacteria of their own to grow called trihalomethanes (TTHM) which is quite unsafe to drink or bathe in.
Treatment – The most efficient Chlorine reduction filter is Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) or Catalytic Carbon. Due to the high level of chlorine added to water by cities, you will really appreciate your water with chlorine reduction. See our Whole House Filtration page for more information.
Chromium 6
A new study by the Environmental Working Group reports that local drinking water contains hexavalent chromium, a toxic metal that has been linked to cancer. While the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency does not require the testing for the metal, the survey found that levels in our local water were pushing the levels proposed as a safety limit by authorities. This contaminant has been proven to cause cancer. You can search your zip code to see the amount in your municipal water supply here: https://www.ewg.org/interactive-maps/2016-chromium6-lower-48.php#.WXYljtPyu-l
Dirt & Sediment
What it is – dirt & sediment is just as it sounds. This is typically most common in well water or surface water that hasn’t gone through a treatment facility.
Treatment – Dirt and sediment are found in almost all water supplies and will decrease the efficiency and lifespan of your appliances. For example, sediment in a water heater can prevent the heat from transferring to the water in the tank once sediment has built up in the bottom. Our whole house filtration system can help with this problem.
Other Contaminants
What they are – common contaminants in our area can include nitrates, lead, arsenic, pharmaceuticals, and more. These are not included in the free water test, however, we do offer full laboratory testing at an affordable price.
Treatment – Protecting the water in your home is important, however ensuring the purity of the water you are putting in your body is even more crucial. Our Reverse Osmosis drinking water system will give you a peace of mind that your drinking water is healthy, and you are going to fall in love with this drinking water system that can provide up to 50 gallons per day of delicious water.
