Homeowners and tenants alike want safe and clean water in their homes. There are two types of home water filtration systems, Point-of-Use water devices and Point-of-Entry systems. To pick the best type of system to use, you need to consider your situation. Take into account whether or not you’re the owner or tenant, the size […]
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What Happens If a Water Softening System Loses Power?
Every appliance in your home runs off of electricity, and your whole-home water softening system is no exception. However, sometimes your home goes through a storm or a random power outage where all the electricity is turned off. We all need to have water to drink, and without it, catastrophes can occur. Therefore, it’s reasonable […]
When and How to Winterize Your Water Softening System
Winter is one of the most beautiful times of the year as everything is turned into a blanket of white. However, it is also the coldest season, and lack of preparedness can cause quite the frustration. One of the best ways to prepare for winter is to winterize the water sources to reduce water shortages […]
Signs Your Water Softener Needs Replacing
Water softeners have a shelf life just the same as all other products. Water softeners help the consumer to maintain quality of water used for bathing, cooking, and potable uses like drinking. If your water softener stops performing these functions as effectively as it used to, it may be time for you to consider replacing […]
Is a Water Softener Safe for Septic Systems?
Many people wonder whether the water softening process can have an impact on their septic system. If you use a system like this in your home, you might be wondering if a water softener’s brine will cause damage to the natural bacteria of your septic system. You might perhaps be worried regarding the additional liquid […]
Maintenance Tips to Prolong Your System’s Life
Hard water can lead to issues in both your plumbing and water heater. It’s for this very reason that many homeowners find it valuable to have a whole-home water softening system installed. Maintaining a water softener is simple, but it is necessary to have them inspected by a professional regularly. However, in between those check-ups, […]
Water Softeners vs Water Filters: What’s the Difference?
Getting annoyed with dry skin, hard water, smelly water or anything that can be seen or smelled is understandable. But what about the things in your water that can’t be seen or smelled? Those are the true dangers that need to be addressed. If you’re concerned with the contaminants that might be in your home’s […]
Benefits Of Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration Systems
If you own a home, you might have heard the term “reverse osmosis water system,” or “RO system” tossed around. The term itself can feel a little intimidating if you are not familiar with it, but the basic functions and how this system operates are fairly simple, though based on some scientific principles and terminology. […]
Your Guide to Austin Water Softeners
A water softener is a treatment system that converts hard water into soft water. It is responsible for removing the minerals and other dissolved particles that make water “hard.” Needing a water softener in Austin is common since hard water can be a serious problem in this area of Texas, for homeowners and business owners […]
The Ion Exchange Process in Water Treatment
The Ion Exchange process can be used in a variety of ways when it comes to water purification and softening. Although different water treatment products utilize this process in different ways, the action itself remains the same: unwanted ions that are dissolved in the water are replaced with new beneficial or harmless ions of an […]
What is Reverse Osmosis in Austin Water Treatment?
When water is purified and ions, molecules, and any large waste particles are removed from it through a partially permeable membrane this is known as reverse osmosis. Reverse osmosis is used in the production of potable water and in different industrial processes as well. Reverse osmosis has the capability of removing biological species, suspended chemical […]
Salt VS Salt-Free Water Softeners
With new information about hard water dangers being released many people are considering water softeners. When it comes to water softeners there are two main types, salt and salt-free. Although the names may make the difference seem obvious this is simply not true as there are actually key differences between the two. Salt Based Water […]
Comparing the PENTAIR Pro Elite™ to the competition.
Running softened water throughout the home is a life-changing experience with immediate benefits.
Texas is a leading state in the US for water hardness.
Hard, unconditioned water costs Texas residents untold sums each year in higher energy bills, cleaning supplies, and appliance replacement.
Pro Elite™ PENTAIR Patented Leading Technology for Advanced Water Filtration
According to the experts at Austin Water Solutions, the exclusive PENTAIR Analyzer on the Pro Elite performs 24 hours a day – even during power outages