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Salt-Free Water Treatment Systems Vs Water Softeners

Have you ever travelled somewhere and noticed that your hair was either softer or straw-like? This is because water quality varies from city to city and can either improve your health and appearance or cause undesirable issues.

Water quality is essential. In fact, 60-70 percent of our bodies are water. That’s why a reliable water treatment system is important to enhance the health and well-being of you and your family.

In this blog, LifeSource Water Systems, a Los Angeles-based water treatment systems manufacturer, compares salt-free whole house water systems to traditional water softeners.

Do More Than Soften. Filter Your Water.

Did you know that water softeners do not filter your water? Municipalities add harsh chemicals like chlorine and chloramines to disinfect your water. However, chlorine and chloramines can make your water taste bad, dry out skin and hair, and fade clothing in the washing machine. Since softeners don’t filter your water, they require add-on filtration systems, such as undercounter or RO (reverse osmosis) systems – if you want filtered, drinkable water. These systems take up space in your kitchen and often require maintenance. In addition, these add-on systems filter water from only one source, meaning you don’t get filtered water from every tap and faucet.

In contrast, a whole house water system filters water at the point of entry. That means chlorine and chloramines are reduced - from EVERY tap and faucet in your home. No more late-night trips to the kitchen for a glass of water. In addition, a quality whole house water system will retain healthy minerals like calcium and magnesium.

RO Systems Put Water Down the Drain

In addition, RO systems use water inefficiently. For every 5 gallons of water fed into the unit, only 1 gallon of filtered, usable water is produced. Out of every 100 gallons, 84% of the water will go directly down the drain, unused and unfiltered. The reject water still contains bacteria, which enters the sewer and goes back into our water supply. And… the cycle repeats.

You Will Never Have to Change a Filter Again

The best whole house water system is self-rinsing. A self-rinsing system requires no filter changes or monthly servicing. The rinse water can even be redirected to water your garden.

• No maintenance

• No monthly servicing

• No filters to change

• No salt bags

A coconut shell activated carbon water filter for home is one alternative to water softeners. The activated carbon filter effectively reduces the taste and odor of chlorine and other contaminants.

Tackles Hard Water Problems

If your main concern is hard water, a salt-free conditioner can help extend the life of water-based appliances and reduce scale buildup.

And unlike traditional water softeners, a salt-free conditioning system adds no salt or potassium chloride to your water, so your water stays drinkable and delicious. No slippery or salty water.

How can a salt-free conditioner reduce scale buildup? When employing TAC (template-assisted crystallization), minerals that cause hardness are converted into microscopic crystals that do not attach to hard surfaces. These minerals are easier to remove from surfaces.

Aside from reducing scale buildup, a salt-free water treatment system gives you softer skin and hair.

Go Plastic Free

Because a whole house water system provides drinkable water from every tap in your home, buying plastic bottled water is not necessary. Not only will you save time and money, but you will also cut down on your plastic consumption. According to numerous studies, the average American household spends up to $1,460 a year on bottled water. That’s up to $14,600 of savings in 10 years! It’s as simple as scrapping bottled water for filtered water through a tap.

You Won’t Know Until You Try It

Still stuck on deciding? For help with your water concerns, call a LifeSource Water Expert at (800) 334-5009.

About LifeSource Water:

Founded in 1984, LifeSource Water Systems provides salt-free, maintenance-free whole house water treatment systems to families across the U.S.

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For more information, visit www.lifesourcewater.com.