If you’re looking for hard water solutions or just learning more about your local water laws, you may be surprised to learn that some places have banned salt-based softeners! California law allows cities to ban them, Massachusetts and Texas have laws prohibiting the byproducts of salt systems from going untreated, and Scottsdale, Arizona has banned salt systems outright. There are a scattering of other cities that have banned salt syst… Read more

Drinking water should be one of the simplest, healthiest things you do in a day. So when it leads to discomfort—especially stomach pain—it’s confusing, frustrating, and more common than you might think. If you've ever found yourself wondering, “Why does my stomach hurt after drinking water?” or “Why does my upper stomach hurt when I drink water?”—you’re not alone. Whether it’s a sharp cr… Read more

When it comes to improving your water quality, there’s no shortage of options. But figuring out where to start? That’s where it can get a little murky.  One of the biggest decisions homeowners face is choosing between a whole-home water filtration system—also called a point-of-entry water filtration system—and a point-of-use water treatment system like a fridge filter, faucet attachment, or under-sink setup. Whether y… Read more

You turn on the faucet, fill up a glass, and take a sip. But have you ever stopped to wonder—what’s actually in your tap water? Most of us take it for granted. It’s there when we need it, it looks clean, and it probably passed some kind of inspection, right? Still, you’ve likely asked yourself: “Why is it called tap water?” “What does tap water contain?” “Is there a difference between what&rs… Read more