Potential Risks Facing Your Water Supply
There will always be inevitable expenses for homeowners. While this is a normal expectation to have, there are certain expenses that people do not have to regularly worry about if they have owned their home for at least a year. Here are a few examples:
An average new washing machines cost $200.00 – $2,000.00
An average new hot water heater cost $1,000.00 – $3,000.00
An average new dishwasher cost $400.00 – $700.00
There are countless others, but what do these high ticket items all have in common? They all have water running through them every time they are used.
These are all expensive appliances that every homeowner would like to make last as long as possible and virtually none would look forward to replacing. Though the central purpose of these machines is to have water run through them, have you ever considered the possibility that YOUR water may be causing irreversible damage? An investment in water treatment could yield monumental savings in the long run.
The first risk you are facing is that of pipe corrosion. Whether discussing appliances, hot water heaters or boilers, corrosion is a very serious problem. Though the causes of corrosion may vary cases by case, highly acidic water is a common culprit. Corrosion can decrease the life span of water systems (which will cost you big time), cause pipes to burst and even lead to health problems. It should be noted that the consumption of water carrying these toxic metals is incredibly dangerous.
Another risk that should be considered is that of hard water. Hard water leaves a residue on all washable surfaces. Over time, hard water scale can damage hot water heaters, dishwashers, washing machines and coffee makers. This scale also leaves spots on glasses and dishes, and dulls the look of clothing. Hard water scale can also affect the appearance of floors, sinks and tubs as well as your hair. With such a wide range of effects within the household you may worry that this problem is the most difficult to resolve. On the contrary, a water softener can be installed to correct the problem. While this cannot undo the damage already done by hard water, it will certainly provide an added layer of defense moving forward.
While corrosion and hard water directly impact the appliances in your home, a much more important consideration is your health. It is no revelation that water is essential to human life, however the quality and safety of water can easily be overlooked. Here are just a couple of the health concerns that you should have regarding your water:
The first health consideration is iron. High iron content within your water can have negative impacts on both your health and your home. The noticeable effects of an iron issue may take on a variety of forms, but commonly one could expect rust color toilet bowl/bathtub stains or clogged faucet aerators. Additionally, high iron content in your water can have negative effects on your hair and skin. There are two types of iron that might be in your water. The first of which is Ferric Iron. Ferric Iron is easy to spot as forms visible rust and gives the water a red color. The second type of Iron is Ferrous Iron which cannot simply be seen the same way that Ferric Iron can.
An additional health concern you should have about your water is potential bacteria. While there are many different types of the micro-organisms, two common types are Fecal Coliform and E. coli. Both of these present serious health risks. Though the thought of bacteria in your water is unpleasant, there are proactive solutions available! Often times, the installation of a Ultra-Violet Water Purifier can remedy these problems.
These are just a few of the reasons and solutions for water conditioning. The common theme here is that untreated water can cause many different problems and can cost you money if not corrected. Remember the words of Benjamin Franklin, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” A small investment today to correct your water purity may save you the expense of medical bills, prematurely replacing pipes, your boiler or hot water heater and save you on elbow grease from removing stains. If you have well water and you are considering a new boiler, hot water heater or especially a tank less hot water heater you should consider having your water tested.
Aero Energy offers a wide range of water conditioning equipment. Call today to schedule a sales appointment or to arrange a free water test analysis with Aero Energy at 1-800-998-4311 or visit us on the web at www.aeroenergy.com.