We use water for various purposes on a day-to-day basis, whether it’s to shower, clean, do the dishes, cook, or simply quench our thirst.
There are a lot of things that one needs to think about when it comes to the quality of the water they consume or use on a daily basis.
It’s not just about whether the water is clean enough to drink or not; poor water quality can negatively affect our teeth, skin, hair, and food.
Fortunately, there are a lot of ways that we can improve our water quality at home. Here’s how you can do that.
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Use Cold Water
Most of us use tap water in our cooking and when we wash vegetables and fruits, and some of us make sure to use cold tap water. Why is that?
Well, water experts explain that hot water temperature dissolved contaminants into the water, making them inseparable. This puts you at risk of digesting these harmful chemicals.
On the other hand, using cold water separates the bacteria and other chemicals from the water, which means that it’s relatively safer than warmer temperatures.
Also, if you want to be on the safe side, you can boil cold water to purify it from any bacteria in it. Boiling it won’t get rid of the harmful chemicals that are in it, but it will kill various bacteria.
Test the Water
We all know that our water is contaminated, but not many of us are aware that it is important that we have our water checked on a regular basis.
You can’t possibly improve the quality of your water when you don’t know what exactly needs to be fixed.
There are several types of tests that you can look into, however, it’d prove helpful if you locate the problem first and then choose the test based on your findings.
For instance, if you have a significant percentage of fluoride in your water then perhaps it’s best that you have the fluoride test done.
There are also other tests like Coliform bacteria, Total dissolved solids, Nitrate, Sulfate, Ion, and Basic water potability.
Invest in a Filtration System
One of the best ways to improve your water is to install a water filter. Not only will this improve the quality of your water, but it’ll also ensure a healthy lifestyle for you and your family.
The quality of your water will highly depend on the type of filtration system that you install, so make sure that you purchase one that fits your plumbing system and will thoroughly clean the water you use.
There are different water filtration guides on the internet that you can refer to for more insight. You can also click here if you want to know more about how filtration systems work.
A lot of people are hesitant to purchase a water filtration system because they tend to be a bit expensive, but they are a worthy investment.
It’s a one-time purchase that you will benefit from for a very long time to come, so don’t think twice; you’re making the best decision for you and your loved ones’ health.
Install Faucet Aerators
If you’re looking for something that’s both easy to install and budget-friendly, then look no further than faucet aerators. They’re basically screens that you can install with a screwdriver.
Not only are they easy to install and remove, but they save a lot of water. They’re able to do so because of the tiny openings that they have; these openings break up the water, which reduces its volume.
They also positively affect the water’s pressure, taste, flow, and quality.
They’re also very cheap, so even if one of them has a tear, you can change it for another one and you wouldn't be paying a significant amount of money.
Use Water Heaters
One of the many tools that can take the water’s quality to the next level is a water heater.
Obviously from the name, this appliance heats water, but that’s not the only thing that it does.
We all need water heaters to get hot water while we’re showering or washing our faces in the early morning, but we also need them because they play a huge role in how good your water pressure is.
Have you ever noticed how the water pressure is immediately improved after you drain the water heater from its water?
Draining its water once or twice a year will significantly improve the water’s quality and pressure.
Flush the Pipes
Flushing out the pipes is an important step to take when you first enter the house after a long time of being away.
If you haven't used your water for a week, then there is a good chance that during this time it was collected in the pipes collecting dirt, debris, and harmful chemicals and minerals.
Don't be alarmed if the water has this light brown color that’s just the dirt that is collected as it was sitting in the pipes.
Use Water Softeners
Water softeners are another kind of water filtration system. They mainly fixate on removing magnesium and calcium minerals from your water through the ion exchange process.
Not only are these minerals harmful for consumption, but they also cause water hardness, which affects the water’s quality.
Hard water can cause damages and shorten the lifespan of appliances like coffee machines, dishwashers, and other appliances that use water. It could also clog the pipes and decrease the water pressure.
This is why water softeners are a whole-house filtration system; they’re not just there to purify water for consumption. They’re there so that they can improve your overall water quality.
If there is one thing that you need to know about water is that there isn't one way to improve its quality.
There are a lot of things that you can do in order to have cleaner water with better pressure, taste, color, quality, and volume. Always remember that the best thing you can do is to test the water first to assess its quality and identify any contaminants or problems so you know which devices you need to purchase to improve its quality.