Category: Water Softener

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Water Treatment

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The Bosworth Company in Kerrville offers a variety of solutions to treat hard water. Two of the most popular solutions that we offer are water softeners and reverse osmosis systems. Though they produce similar results, there are differences between these two systems that make having each valuable. In this post, we’ll explore the differences to see which water treatment option is right for you.

REVERSE OSMOSIS

Reverse osmosis purifies your water, while water softeners soften your water. The R.O. process is basically an advanced filter. By running your water through a semipermeable membrane, reverse osmosis systems filter out contaminants and minerals.  R.O. systems are typically installed for single-faucet use, most often underneath the kitchen sink. Reverse osmosis is mainly for improving the taste and cleanliness of water used for drinking and cooking. 

WATER SOFTENERS

So if reverse osmosis takes the bad stuff out of your water, water softeners put the good stuff in. Water softeners actually add negatively-charged ions to the water. The ions attach themselves to the sodiums and potassiums that make the water hard. The ions breakdown the deposits, minimizing the effect they have on your water. Water softeners are usually installed on your water tank, so they will soften water throughout your home.

USE BOTH?

As you can see, R.O. and water softening systems are slightly different. The good news is that you can use both together to maximize the water quality in your home. Treating the water with a softener before it even gets to your reverse osmosis system will make the R.O. filters last even longer. Using both systems will provide the best-tasting water for drinking while also providing soft water for bathing. This is also good for your pipes, faucets, and water-based appliances.

WORTH THE CALL

Lucky for you, The Bosworth Company has state-of-the-art water treatment options for both reverse osmosis and water softening. Schedule an appointment online or call us at 830-428-2764. Worth The Call. Always.

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Making Your Water Taste Better

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You’re probably familiar with some of the visible impacts of hard water. Stains in the toilet, soap scum on the tub. But you can definitely taste hard water, too! The minerals that gather in the water as it makes its way to your home have a flavor as well… and it isn’t good! Most people who live in areas that are impacted by hard water only drink bottled water. But this is expensive and inconvenient. In this post, we’ll discuss a few ways you can make your water taste better.

SOLUTIONS FOR BETTER TASTING WATER

  1. Buy a filter: A simple filter can be a short-term solution to poor-tasting water. Just fill up the pitcher at the tap, and let it do its thing. This is a very cost-effective solution. The only real cost is purchasing the filter. Depending on the quality, some may feel the actual taste is only minimally improved. After a while, the filter itself will clog (with the minerals that make it taste bad in the first place) and have to be replaced. So, this a very cost-effective solution, but not a permanent one.

  2. Reverse Osmosis: The Bosworth Company can install a reverse osmosis filtration system straight to your water source. Since it works with the tank, it will improve the quality of water coming out of every faucet. R.O. water is cleaner and better tasting than traditional filters, due to an enhanced filtering process. R.O. is considered a more complete, permanent solution.

  3. Water softener: A water softener will also make your water taste better. It’s a similar process as reverse osmosis, but the scientific process is slightly different. Water softeners are generally considered an excellent complement to reverse osmosis systems.

WORTH THE CALL

At the Bosworth Company, we have a variety of water softening and reverse osmosis options available. Give us a call at 830-428-2764 or schedule an appointment online today. The Bosworth Company. Worth the Call. Always.

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How Can You Tell If You Have Hard Water?

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In a previous blog post, we defined hard water and explained one of the services that The Bosworth Company provides to combat it. Today, we’ll explore some of the symptoms of hard water, so you know what to look for.

Taste and Smell

Sometimes hard water can be detected by how it tastes or smells. If your water tastes or smells funny, it’s likely a sign of hard water. A metallic taste could indicate too much iron, while a dirt flavor could be caused by sediment from rusty pipes. A smell or taste like rotten eggs could be the result of sulfates from magnesium.

Stains in the toilet

No, those stains in the toilet probably aren’t what you’re thinking. It’s more likely the result of hard water. The brown stains inside the toilet bowl look a lot like rust. That’s because they’re likely from iron in your water, the main ingredient in rust. You can scrub all you want, but the stains will keep coming back as long as you’ve got hard water.

Excessive Soap Scum

Does it feel like you’re constantly having to clean what appears to be soap scum around your sinks and tubs? Those might actually be hard water spots. If the water sits, then evaporates, what’s left can actually be excess calcium. Hard water and soap just don’t mix. Be especially careful if you find this type of stain accumulating on your shower curtains – it can potentially contain bacteria that can spread disease. 

Suffering in the Shower

Remember when we mentioned that hard water and soap don’t mix? This can cause even more problems in the shower. Hard water can make it tough to lather up and tough to thoroughly rinse when you’re through.  Hard water can also clog your shower head, reducing water pressure and even blocking streams if not cleaned regularly. 

The Bosworth Company offers a variety of solutions to combat hard water. Schedule an appointment or give us a call at 830-428-2764 to discuss options, including reverse osmosis or our water softeners. Worth the call. Always.

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Now is the Right Time to Start Filtering Your Water

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Calling a plumber is never something a homeowner looks forward to, but it can be a better solution than letting your household water remain leaking and unfiltered. To improve the overall quality of your water, and the lives of your loved ones living with your water, sometimes it is necessary to enlist the commercial service of a plumber.

You may need the service of a plumber if you are experiencing common household water leaks. These can often be easily corrected and can save homeowners approximately 10% on water bills. This means proper maintenance performed by a professional plumber can end up meaning monthly savings which add up quickly.

But it’s not just run of the mill maintenance and lowering monthly bills to be concerned about. Living in an affluent country like the USA, we’re mostly lucky enough not to have to worry too much about the cleanliness of our drinking and bathing water. However, that is slowly changing as our entire planet’s soil and water supply becomes more saturated with fertilizers, chemicals and other pollutants in the modern age. This is why you should consider calling a plumber to look into installing a water filtration system for your home.

When it comes to installing a water filter, there are many different possibilities available. Reverse osmosis is a time tested, reliable water filtration method that is a great option to consider. Reverse osmosis removes contaminants from your water by using your water pressure to push the tap water through a semi permeable membrane which filters out inorganic chemicals. These can include salts, lead, other metals, minerals, nitrates and asbestos.

A reverse osmosis filtration countertop system can simply be installed to your kitchen sink, or there are more complicated but thorough whole house filtration systems available as well. Perhaps the most popular is an under the sink unit, which usually can be installed beneath your counter in under an hour.

Whatever water filtration option you pick or plumbing maintenance service you require, it will be well worth the call to schedule a professional plumber. When it concerns your home and family, it’s always worth the peace of mind to recruit a professional to perform a job. In this case, whether it be basic plumbing maintenance that could save you monthly money, or more importantly, to install a filtration system that will give your loved ones clean and safe water to enjoy. Either way it will be worth it!

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Water Softener Benefits

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Tired of hard water? A water softener can make all the difference! Let us tell you more!

A water softener uses a process known as ionization to replace magnesium and calcium ions with sodium (salt) ions. This process is different from reverse osmosis, as a reverse osmosis system relies on a filter to physically remove contaminants and dissolved minerals from the water. Reverse osmosis filters water, and a water softener conditions water.

Benefits Include:

  • Bathing becomes more comfortable. You don’t have to worry about the feeling like you’re just not…clean. Softened water will remove the residue feel.
  • Fabrics will be more durable and feel nicer. The stiffness of clothing washed in hard water is one of the biggest complaints from consumers.
  • Your appliances will last longer! Ever noticed the ring of junk around your toilet or showerhead? That’s build-up from hard water. A water softener can remove many of the impurities from your water to prevent this. It also helps with dishwashers, clothes washers, and coffee makers.
  • With a water softener, soap will actually lather up nicely! For some reason, hard water prevents soap from bubbling up as nicely as it does for soft water.
  • Fewer spots and residue on your dishes and glassware means less time hand drying them!

Top Of The Line (Products & Service!)

We’d be happy to tell you more about our water softener services. At The Bosworth Company, we sell and install only top of the line products, including SoftMAX. The products are installed by one of our fully licensed water treatment specialists.

Below is our price to lease a water softener and/or an RO system:

Water Softener System – $35 per month

Reverse Osmosis System – $30 per month

RO and Water Softener – $55 per month

Salt delivery service for water softener is available. 
Give us a call for a FREE evaluation or estimate!

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Improve Your Water Quality

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As you know, water in West Texas is notoriously hard. However, there are ways to improve your water quality! Take a look at the options offered by The Bosworth Company.

Reverse Osmosis

While there are no serious health issues related to drinking hard water through a public system, it doesn’t always taste the best. In fact, our “hard” water, which is water with heavy mineral deposits, can leave a nasty trail. Indicators of hard water include calcium deposit “rocks” in appliances like coffee makers or soap’s inability to foam up properly.

Adding a reverse osmosis (RO) system to your home or office is a safe, inexpensive way to improve your water quality.  The process removes several key contaminants, including poisons like arsenic and some carcinogens. The installation process is relatively simple: one of our RO professionals ties the new RO system into your existing water line (usually in your kitchen). The RO unit pushes water through a semi-permeable membrane, one drop at a time, into the water tank. At that point, all you have to do is turn on the faucet! It’s as easy as that. We recommend contacting us to service your system every 6 months.

Water Softeners

As previously mentioned, the hard water in West Texas can prove to be difficult. Not just the taste, but damage to pipes and appliances, too! Limescale and calcium deposits can build up over time, leading to this damage. Instead of paying for new equipment every few years, install a water softener instead!

The softener systems uses an ionic chemical exchange, which switches the “bad” minerals like lime or calcium, and replace them with “good” minerals like salt.

If you have questions or would like an estimate on how to improve your water quality, contact The Bosworth Company today! To find out just how easy good water can be, check out our video below!

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5 Steps To Eliminate Calcium Buildup On Faucets 

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As you are aware, our water supply is “hard” (meaning it’s heavy with minerals, including calcium). When the hot water that runs through your faucet cools, the minerals drop out of the water and collect on the faucet. How can you eliminate calcium buildup on faucets?

Ingredients:
• CLR
• water
• Ziploc
• rubber band
• gloves
• Magic Eraser (or sponge)

1. Before beginning, read the CLR bottle and make sure it’s compatible with your faucet material. We also recommend spot testing the CLR before beginning.

2. Put on gloves and fill your Ziploc with 1 part CLR, 1 part water.

3. Secure it on your faucet spout (shower head) with a rubber band and leave it for a few hours.

4. Rub the buildup off with a Magic Eraser (or similar sponge).

5. There you have it, just like new!

To prevent calcium buildup from hard water, you should definitely consider investing in a water softener.  At The Bosworth Company, we would be happy to help you find the one that’s right for your home. In addition to preventing calcium buildup, soft water means more cleaning power from household soaps, less cleaning, cleaner laundry, and a cleaner conscience. A water softener improves your home’s water efficiency by up to 40% and eliminates hardness. Contact the professionals at Bosworth for more information TODAY!

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SoftMAX: The Superior Water Softener

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In our last blog, we discussed the process and benefits of conditioning your water. Today, we are taking a similar approach and informing you of the benefits of a water softener and why you should choose SoftMAX, by Water Tech, to get the job done!

Among other things, soft water means more cleaning power from household soaps, less cleaning, cleaner laundry, and a cleaner conscience. A SoftMAX superior water softener improves your home’s water efficiency by up to 40% and eliminates hardness and iron/manganese.

Some other benefits of soft water include:

Spot Free Dishes-No more mineral stains from hard water! In addition, dishwashing soap is more effective and less can be used.

Longer Lasting Appliances-Without mineral and scale buildup, your water-using appliances will last longer and work better!

Energy Savings-Less mineral buildup can result in energy savings of up to 30%!

Less Soap-With soft water, soap is more effective, allowing you to use up to 70% less!

Easier Cleaning-No more scrubbing away at water scaling and soap scum! With soft water, your bathroom and kitchen fixtures will take less time (and effort!) to clean.

Soft Skin & Shiny Hair-No minerals in the water mean softer skin and shinier hair!

If you are considering a water softener, SoftMAX is the one for you! The fully-programmable valve lets you adjust the system to meet your specific water softening needs and commercial-grade components provide long-lasting durability. For more information on SoftMAX or the process of water softening, please feel free to contact us!