A filter on the kitchen tap will get rid of many problems in drinking water, but it doesn’t solve all water problems. Sediment can result in poorer washing of dishes and clothes. Minerals can damage pipes and appliances. Where situations like these are a concern, a whole house water filtration system may be a better […]
Residential hard water presents numerous problems in a typical household, ranging from water-spotted dishes to clogged pipes. Importantly, hard water also has a direct impact on those living with it. When evaluating the impact of water quality on the home, it is important to consider hard water and skin issues. Hard water may adversely affect […]
Hard water is simply water that has a mineral content. Magnesium and calcium deposits are left behind after the water actually evaporates. Hard water is classified by how many grains of hardness per gallon exist. If you live in specific towns in northern New Jersey there is a good chance, your water is pretty hard. […]
Appliances whether it be a small steam iron or a large steam washer aren’t cheap these days. If you live in northern New Jersey, I can almost bet anything that you have or will be replacing your coffee pot within the year…am I right? Yes, I am. That’s not because I have this ability to […]
I never really understood how hard water could affect my wardrobe. After some research I came to understand what happens to each type and/or color wardrobe item I own. Here is a quick breakdown: Blacks black tees are an off black color now versus when they were first purchased black clothing has unidentifiable streaks in […]
What happens when you turn on the hot water faucet in your home and notice a banging, popping sound coming from your hot water basement? There’s a problem developing. Don’t panic – yet! The first thing is to understand what is happening. If you have hard water, the sediment from the calcium and magnesium build up is […]
There may be a time when you’re sink or tub may start to drip. Any drip regardless of how insignificant will eventually grow into a tablespoon then into a pint, gallon, bucket – you get it – especially if you have hard water. The point is even the smallest drip represents a loss of water. And […]
I love to buy black clothing. Part of it is because black goes with everything, but also because I have awful OCD. That means when I’m standing in the store, and the blouse or dress I like is offered in multiple colors, I cannot decide. So, I just choose the black one. Black is a basic […]
First let’s start with some facts. Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) by name. Sounds awful, right? Well, if you are, in fact, an eczema sufferer it is…awful. Eczema is a chronic skin condition most likely introduced into your system when you were a baby or young child. It presents itself as an itchy rash-type breakout over your […]
Over the years every time we’ve gone to the pet store, we inevitably come home with a Betta fish. Regardless of how old my kids get, they see them and it’s a must have. Recently, while out on a date with his girlfriend, my son, Mike, must have had a flashback and picked up a […]
