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Maintaining Proper Sanitation at Home

When it comes to sanitation at home, you probably don't give it much thought. After all, as long as the plumbing works correctly you don't have to deal with anything aside from flushing the toilet and cleaning your clean. But the truth is that you should be thinking about sanitation. One of the most important things you can do is have your sewer system inspected once a year to make sure that it's in good working order. You can also do some inspections and maintenance yourself – and that's what this blog is all about. Learn how to take care of your sanitation system at home so that it never lets you down, and get some insight into signs and symptoms that might mean that a problem has arisen so you can nip it in the bud.

Hard Water? What Softening Method Should You Use?

Posted on 3 December 2014

If you've noticed a white film on your dishes (even after using a rinse agent) or your skin feels rough or taut after a shower, you may have hard water. Created when an aquifer flows through mineral-rich rocks before reaching your pipes, hard water can prematurely age your appliances, your hot water heater—and even your face. Of the many options available for softening your water, which should you choose? Read on to learn about several of the most popular types of water softening systems, from salty to environmentally-friendly. [Read More]