Testing Before Listing a Property
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 11/1/2023 to
Real Estate Considerations
"A test for the potability of water occurs frequently in rural real estate transactions"
Concerned about the water quality, a potential buyer facilitated a water sample as a condition of an offer to purchase a rural cottage.
The discovery of bacteria in a water source adds complications and uncertainty.
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Water Quality & New Home Build
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 5/17/2023 to
Well Water Quality
"Had the homeowner not visited a certified water treatment dealership, the water quality would not have been discovered"
It was revealed that their building contractor recommended and installed a whole house sediment filter and ultraviolet disinfection system without testing the well water.
Often water treatment equipment is installed and no water testing of any type is conducted.
UV vs UV-LED Systems - Comparison
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 3/15/2023 to
UV System Education
"The purchase price, including annual costs for maintenance and power consumption should be considered."
This comparison is not manufacturer specific, and is meant to highlight the differences in technology and implications for residential water treatment applications.
It is reasonable to say that LED systems save between $60 and $70 dollars per year in operating costs.
Best UV Systems in Canada for 2023
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 1/15/2023 to
UV System Education
"Will the UV system I choose have the necessary output to deal with a high level of e.Coli or coliform bacteria?"
Choosing an ultra violet disinfection system to treat your water can be a challenging and complicated purchase as there are many different models on the market. How do you know what system to trust with your water quality? What system is right for a small cottage, average or large home?
Consult a water treatment professional if you are unsure about the proper application of any UV System.
PFAS in Drinking Water
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 12/12/2022 to
Water Contaminants
"PFAS are not natural water contaminants. They are human made."
With origins dating back to the 1940’s, this group of chemicals has been used in a wide variety of industrial and consumer products.
Residential Septic Systems
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 8/28/2022 to
Well Water Quality
"It is important to remember that what you see on the surface is not always what is going on under the ground."
As septic systems age, the effluent can work its way through this shallow depth and enter directly into fissures in the bedrock.
Ultraviolet (UV) vs Reverse Osmosis (RO)
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 8/27/2022 to
UV System Education
"There are many common misconceptions about which water treatment equipment is best-suited to treat various contaminants."
The incoming water should be tested prior to the installation of a UV system or Reverse Osmosis drinking water system.
Granular vs Block Carbon Water Filters
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 12/30/2021 to
All Posts
"Carbon based filters are essential for removing organic compounds, tastes and odours from water."
Carbon filters remove contaminants through adsorption and require replacement.
