The Waterboy Blog

Negative Effects of Hard Water

Negative Effects of Hard Water The term “hard water” can be misleading. It doesn’t mean the water feels physically hard — rather, it refers to water that contains a high concentration of dissolved minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium. While these minerals aren’t inherently harmful to …

Top 5 Reasons to Invest in a Whole House Water Filter

Top 5 Reasons to Invest in a Whole House Water Filter The quality of the water you use in your home is more important than ever. Whether you’re drinking it, cooking with it, or showering in it, water plays a huge role in your daily …

Facts about Water Absorption and ingestion

Facts About Water Absorption and Ingestion (And Why It Matters in Los Angeles) Understanding how our bodies absorb water—whether we ingest it or absorb it through the skin—is especially important when considering water quality in Los Angeles homes. A high-quality whole home water filtration system, …

The Impact of Hard Water on Laundry: What You Need to Know

What Does Hard Water Do to Your Clothes? There’s nothing quite like the feeling of pulling soft, clean clothes out of the dryer. The fresh scent, the vibrant colors, the cozy texture—it all signals a laundry job well done. But if your home has hard …

Minerals Found in Your Drinking Water

Minerals Found in Your Drinking Water The water you use in your home or business commonly contains a range of minerals. The types and amounts of these minerals (measured in parts per million, or ppm) determine the “hardness” of your water supply. When measuring the …