Case Study - Water Softener "Creep"
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 4/25/2025 to
Water Softener Education
Upon inspection, it was found that the softener contained the original resin from 1998, which had never been replaced and was well beyond its expected lifespan leading to total softening failure and severe drinking water quality issues.
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Understanding Reverse Osmosis
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 4/6/2025 to
Thoughts on Water
Access to clean, pure and safe drinking water is a fundamental human need, yet many rural and even some municipal communities face challenges due to water contamination. RO has emerged as one of the most effective water purification methods.
Drinking vs Working Water
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 3/29/2025 to
Thoughts on Water
Water usage in residential and commercial settings is often overlooked, with many assuming that all water should be treated to drinking water standards. However, this one-size-fits-all approach may not be practical or necessary.
Water Quality in Plumbing & HVAC
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 9/7/2024 to
Thoughts on Water
Water quality is an important factor that affects the lifespan and performance of appliances, boilers, on demand tankless heaters, electric, propane or natural gas heaters, hydronic HVAC systems or any other system in which water is used.
Water Quality in Canada
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 9/5/2024 to
Thoughts on Water
Canada is the second largest country in the world and no other country has as much of its surface area covered by fresh water. It spans over 4000 miles from coast to coast with 563 large lakes, 52,255 islands and 7% of the world’s renewable fresh water.
Exploring Potability in Water
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 5/1/2024 to
Thoughts on Water
Regarding water, potability is a term used in multiple different contexts with varying perceptions of its true meaning. Generally it's referenced when evaluating a water source in rural areas where no municipal water treatment services are available.
The Rural Water Paradigm
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 8/13/2022 to
Thoughts on Water
In Canada, individuals who are not supplied with a municipal water source are left to decide what quality of water is acceptable for their residences. As there is no jurisdiction or regulation for water quality or testing requirements.
Water in Rural Subdivisions
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 8/23/2021 to
Thoughts on Water
Rural communities across the country consist of residences in close proximity to each other, commonly known as a “hamlet”. These “hamlet’s” often do not have municipal water and sewer services due to their small population and area.