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Recycling Water in Orange County And Los Angeles

Recycling Water in Orange County and Los Angeles During California’s record-breaking drought, a rare bright spot is the water recycling innovations initiated by the Orange Country Water District (OCWD) and Las Angeles. According to OCWD Board President Shawn Dewane, speaking on December 1 on the …

5 Things to Consider Before Buying a Water Softener

5 Things To Consider Before Buying A Water Softener A water softener removes calcium, magnesium and other minerals dissolved in hard water to make it “softer”. Benefits include: soaps clean better & rinse more thoroughly, your skin & hair feels less dry and healthier. Water spotting & …

Real Estate: Adding Value with Whole House Water Filtration

Real Estate: Adding Value with Whole House Water Filtration When it comes to enhancing the value of your property, many homeowners focus on renovations like kitchen upgrades, bathroom remodels, or landscaping improvements. However, one often overlooked yet highly impactful upgrade is the installation of a …

Poor Hydration May Be Linked To Early Aging And Chronic Disease

Findings from the National Institutes of Health suggest that people who don’t drink enough fluids could face a higher risk of disease, but some researchers aren’t convinced. A study from the NIH finds that adults who stay well-hydrated develop fewer chronic conditions, such as heart …

Hosting for the Holidays? Don’t Let Them Suffer from Hard Water

Hosting for the Holidays? Don’t Let Them Suffer from Hard Water You love your family, but hosting siblings, parents, or (gasp!) the in-laws over the holidays can be stressful. Even after putting your home through a deep-clean, buying brand new sheets, and finally figuring out …

Care for Your Clothes Enough to Not let Hard Water Ruin Them

Care for Your Clothes Enough to Not let Hard Water Ruin Them Even though the water that comes through your faucets and the pipes to your washing machine are regulated by the EPA, it still contains small amounts of minerals and other particulate matter. In …