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General drinking water quality properties guide

General Chemistry of Water

Read to find out why hardness, total dissolved solids (TDS), pH, and alkalinity are important, what they mean for your water quality and health, general ranges, and what to do...

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What To Do About Acidic Well Water

What To Do About Acidic Well Water

Acidic well water is a relatively common issue among well owners. But what does it mean to have acidic well water? And should you be concerned? Read more to find...

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Alkaline Water: A Critical Review

Alkaline Water: A Critical Review

Alkaline water has been all the rage in the last few years, but we’re here to break the news that it hasn’t been proven to live up to the hype....

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