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We’ve got plenty more where that came from. If you’re the kind of person who likes to dig in and figure things out before making a decision, we get it. From quick tips to comprehensive guides, we have everything to help you understand our systems, your water, and what you can do to improve it.
Mar 19th 2026
Clean, healthy water isn’t just nice to have; it’s something your family relies on every single day. From the water you drink to the showers you take, what’s in your water matters. But with so many filtration options, how do you know which whole house water filter is the right fit for your home?
At NuvoH2O, we get it; navigating water softeners and filtration systems can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re here to br… Read more
Mar 19th 2026
Key Takeaways
Chlorine is highly effective but dissipates quickly and creates more harmful disinfection byproducts (DBPs).
Chloramine is a combination of chlorine and ammonia; it is much harder to remove because it does not "boil off" or evaporate like chlorine.
Standard carbon filters (like most pitchers) are often ineffective against chloramine due to insufficient contact time.
Catalytic carbon is the scientific gold standard for neutralizing… Read more
If you’ve been digging into what’s in your tap water, you’ve probably come across the term chloramine, and maybe even found out your water supply uses it. You’re not alone. More than 20% of Americans get municipal water treated with chloramine instead of chlorine.
It’s there to kill bacteria, viruses, and other harmful microorganisms. But just because it’s useful for keeping water safe doesn’t mean you wa… Read more
Mar 19th 2026
Most people know their tap water has been treated before it gets to the glass, but what’s actually in that treatment can be a surprise. For many communities, that treatment now includes chloramine, a disinfectant made from chlorine and ammonia.
It’s used to keep water safe from harmful microbes, but it’s not without drawbacks. Chloramine can affect the taste and smell of your water, cause irritation for sensitive skin, and even… Read more
