The dangers of having your Water Softener outside!

            Water softeners provide a service almost immeasurable to your homes fixtures, your clothing, your skin and your dishes. These systems protect your investment. So why not be nice to them?
            A water softener system is most commonly installed in your garage however, there are times when the system has to be installed outside due to your plumbing. In mild climates as well as harsher climates this would still be a danger to your system especially if the sun is shinning directly on it. The sun and heat can dry rot your salt tank and can cause your salt to bridge. The salt in your tank will form together making a bridge above your water, which will make your softener not absorb the salty water necessary for the regeneration process.
          Having your system outside can cause your resin tank to warp and potentially cause a leak from where the meter head is connected to the resin tank. A water softener can last up to 10 years if you treat it right. Placing your system in an area where the sun is not directly on it ensures the life of your water softener.
         Remember this when purchasing a system to be installed, you might need a plumber to reroute your plumbing from outside to the garage. Another idea is to build an enclosure for your system if it is outside.
         If your thinking about protecting your investment consider purchasing a water softener, we could even install one for you. If you currently have a water softener system that needs service give us a call! We'd be happy to answer any questions you have as well.

Stay hydrated this summer!

As you all may know around this time of year the weather warms up a bit. Did you know that when the temperature grows, your water consumption needs grow too?

According to The Mayo Clinic, on a normal day with bearable temperatures; the average person needs to consume between 2 to 3 liters of water a day, that translates to 8 to 12 cups of water. If you run and it's warm outside your body tends to cool you down by sweating, this sweat will cause your body to dehydrate much faster and can increase your water consumption needs.

"...if I drink 8 glasses of water a day, I'm fine right?.."

This can be somewhat of a myth depending on how you consume your water. For example if you rapidly consume water when you haven't been drinking water all day this can shock your body into what is called: water toxicity or water intoxication. Another way this quote can be a myth is if you drink 3 cups of water and then run a marathon or work out at the gym, depending on how much you weigh and how hot it is outside, you would need more than 5 cups of water for the rest of the day.

Remember this as the temperature warms up so you can stay hydrated, healthy, and happy. If the taste of your water keeps you from drinking from home; call us about a Reverse-Osmosis system, we could even install one for you.

Catch us at Rockabilly this year!

This weekend through Sunday is the Rockabilly Reunion. Bring your family on down and listen to some live music. There will be vendors with food and refreshments so your covered. We will be there.

We'll even have a booth set up! Here's when:

Friday: 11am to 8pm
Saturday: 10am to 8pm
Sunday: 10am to 7pm

In fact our name will be on the second stage. Last year we even had a raffle which was a huge hit. People won complete Reverse-Osmosis systems, and Water Softener systems from a wheel which people were allowed to spin. We are bringing back the spinning wheel, so stop by to win some cool prizes. We will be selling ice cold bottled water in which the proceeds will go towards the Clothe-A-Child charity.

Check out the Rockabilly Reunion website for more information on vendors and celebrity performances.

Benefits of adding an Alkaline filter

Have you heard the buzz about Alkaline water?

Alkaline water has many benefits when you drink it. In short Alkaline water can benefit you greater than the water from your tap, and especially from bottled water. There are common misconceptions about Alkaline water however. 

Alkaline water can be created naturally and artificially. A natural way to produce Alkalinity in water is water running down a stream or mineral bed. The best way to know if Alkaline water is natural is if it's created without the use of electricity such as a Water Ionizer. Water Ionizers for one: are expensive and two; create artificial alkalinity in your water by electrically charging the water to change the pH. This is bad because Water Ionizers don't typically remove harmful contaminates from your water, and water created in such an artificial way can be bad for your body. This can trick your body into to thinking there's Alkalinity in your blood stream when there isn't.

One way to create Alkalinity in your water without the use of electricity is with an Alkaline filter, more importantly if it's added on to a Reverse-Osmosis system. A Reverse-Osmosis system removes harmful contaminates from your water, adding a re-mineralizing filter such as an Alkaline filter can add minerals and increase the pH of your water making it less acidic. In our recent blogs we briefly discussed 6 Stage RO systems, adding one of these filters to your 5 Stage system creates one.

Why would I get an RO with an Alkaline Filter when I could buy bottled Alkaline Water?

The issue with bottled water in general is the plastic can cause the water to be more acidic. So if bottled water claims to be Alkaline with a pH of 7.5, the water is probably around 6 due to the plastic. Aside from the issues with more acidity it's more expensive. Even adding an Alkaline filter to a 5 Stage Reverse-Osmosis is still pennies per gallon for better drinking water.

Call now to pick one up from PB&J Water,

we could even install it for you.

Find out more about our 5 Stage RO systems here

What does a Reverse-Osmosis remove?

 

There are many variations of Reverse-Osmosis systems 

out there including all-in-ones all the way to 5 Stage 

and even 6 Stage systems.

When it comes to choosing a system the most

important part is the membrane.

Previously on our blog we discussed the

filters involved in a typical 5 Stage system

which are: Sediment, 2 Carbon, Membrane,

and last but not least is the Post Filter - for better taste.

What elements are rejected from a Reverse-Osmosis system?

Below you'll see a chart composed of a list of elements that are rejected 

from a Reverse-Osmosis system.

If you have any questions about water filtration 

and want a Reverse-Osmosis system give us a call,

 we could even install one for you.

Do you know the TDS of your water?

What is TDS?

TDS stands for Total Dissolved Solids. Total Dissolved Solids are the total amount of charged ions, including minerals, salts or metals dissolved in water. TDS is illustrated using a measurement which is Parts Per Million or, "PPM." TDS can affect anything that consumes, lives in or uses water. TDS can even affect fish, plants, and the plumbing in your house. Water with high TDS can have a bitter metallic taste that can also be less hydrating. This can also interfere with the taste of your favorite foods such as soups and brewed drinks, such as Tea and Coffee. If your concerned about the quality of your water then the TDS needs to be tested.

How do you test the TDS in your water?

There are many tools to test the TDS in your water,
including water test kits, TDS meters, testing strips et cetera.
Here at PB&J Water
we use a handy device called the TDS EZ.

                                          

Using a TDS meter is easier than you think, follow these easy steps to test your water.

1. Remove the protective cap.

2. Turn the TDS meter on.

3. Immerse the meter into the water/solution up to the max immersion level.

4. Lightly stir the meter to dislodge any air bubbles.

5. Wait until the display stabilizes. Once the reading stabilizes (approximately 10 seconds),

    press the HOLD button to view the reading out of the water.

6. If the meter displays a flashing "x10" symbol, multiply the reading by 10.

7. After usage, shake off any excess water from your meter. Replace the cap. 

So what are common levels of TDS in water?

Below is a chart that illustrates common levels of Total Dissolved Solids.

If your concerned about the quality of your water, 

stop by PB&J Water sometime 

with a sample from your sink and we'll test it for you. 

Make sure to bring it in a glass jar, 

as plastic can compromise the true TDS of your water. 

Our shop is located at 

1921 West Acoma Blvd unit #102

The benefits of using a Flowlok leak Detector!

Have you ever had a leak associated with your Reverse-Osmosis system. 

We all know that a water leak can lead to thousands of dollars in damage. 

Hydronix developed a tray to fit underneath your system 

in hopes to stop the flow of water if any leaks occur. 

How does it work?

Once the Flowlok tray is installed below your system, 

a line connects to a device within the tray. 

This device has a compressed disc that when it absorbs water, 

it expands - tripping a switch to turn off the Reverse-Osmosis.

It's an add-on to your system that's a small price, for peace of mind.

Stop by PB&J Water sometime and pick one up, 

we could even install it for you. 

Give us a call 928-706-0546

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