Hydro-Pure Water Treatment, LLC

 

Treatment Solutions:

Expand Me Treating for Hard Water

 

 

Water Softener A water softener will remove the minerals that cause hard water, such as calcium and magnesium, to eliminate the hard water problem. The water is filtered through a filter tank containing a softening medium called resin. The resin is cleaned and recharged with a brine solution in a process called "regeneration", which occurs in a second tank, or brine tank. We recommend that a water softener be serviced once a year, or more frequently as needed, to maintain optimal performance and to ensure longer life of the equipment.

Advantages of Soft Water:

  • Protects Pipes
  • Protects Faucets
  • Protects Appliances (washings machines, dishwashers, water heaters, etc.)
  • Eliminates Stains and Soap Scum
  • Saves Money on: Soaps Detergents Hot Water Energy
  • No Soap Build-up On: Clothes, Hair, and Skin

 

Expand Me Treating for Iron and Manganese

 

 

Water Softener and/or Iron Filter

Solution #1: Water Softener A water softener will remove manganese and low levels of iron from the water (< 3 ppm). The water is filtered through a filter tank containing a medium called resin. The resin is cleaned and recharged with a brine solution in a process called "regeneration", which occurs in a second tank, or brine tank. The product for the brine tank will need to be replenished on a regular basis, typically once a month. We recommend that this system be serviced once a year for optimal performance.

Solution #2: Iron Filter Tank In situations where the iron level exceeds 3 ppm or there is an excessive amount of colloidal iron, an iron removal tank may be necessary in addition to the water softener. An iron tank contains a special medium, which filters out the iron as the water passes through it. The material will need to be replaced every one to three years. We recommend that this system be serviced once a year for optimal performance.

 

Expand Me Treating for Low pH

 

 

Acid Neutralizer Tank An acid neutralizer tank will raise the pH of the water by filtering it through a tank containing a special medium. Different materials can be used to treat acidic water, depending upon the conditions of the water. We most commonly use a calcite mixture, which raises the pH naturally as water passes through it. We recommend that an acid tank be serviced once a year, or more frequently as needed, to maintain optimal water quality and to ensure longer life of the equipment.

Advantages of an Acid Tank:

  • Protects Pipes
  • Protects Faucets
  • Protects Appliances (washings machines, dishwashers, water heaters, etc.)
  • Eliminates Stains (blue or green)
  • Saves Money on: Hot Water Energy
  • Protects against Damage due to leaks

 

Expand Me Treating for Nitrates

 

 

Treatment Solution #1: Anion Exchange System This system operates in a similar fashion as a standard water softener. A special anion exchange resin is used that exchanges chloride ions for nitrate and sulfate ions in the water as it passes through the resin. If the raw water is "hard," it must first be treated with a water softener before passing through the anion exhange system.

Treatment Solution #2: Reverse Osmosis In the reverse osmosis process, pressure is applied to water to force it through a semi-permeable membrane. As the water passes throught, the membrane filters out most of the impurities. According to manufacturers' literature, 85% to 95% of nitrate can be removed using a reverse osmosis (RO) unit. Actual removal rates may vary, depending on the initial quality of the water, the system pressure, and water temperature. If the raw water is "hard," it must first be treated with a water softener before passing throught the sensitive RO membrane.

 

Expand Me Reverse Osmosis

 

 

A reverse osmosis (RO) unit can be used to treat a number of contaminants that cause unpleasant taste, color, and odor problems. It is often used in conjunction with other forms of water treatment or on household municipal supplied tap water. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has set specific guidelines for maximum contaminant levels for about ninety substances, however many people feel more comfortable consuming a higher quality of water.

For residential applications, the RO unit is usually installed at the point of use, i.e. under the kitchen sink to provide clean drinking and cooking water. The other option is to install a whole house reverse osmosis system, which will treat all of the water entering the house. However, the expense of this method renders it an impractical solution in most cases. An RO system can effectively remove heavy metals, volatile compounds, microorganisms, and other health hazardous contaminants, such as:

  • Arsenic
  • Asbestos
  • Fluoride
  • Atrazine (herbicides/pesticides)
  • Nitrate
  • Benzene
  • Radium
  • Trichloroethylene
  • Aluminum
  • Lead
  • Radon
  • Trihalomethanes
  • Cadmium
  • Mercury
  • Bacteria
  • Carcinogens: PCB's
  • THM's
  • Sodium

 

Advantages of Reverse Osmosis

  • Provides clean drinking water
  • Odor free water
  • Better tasting water (No Chlorine taste!)
  • Saves money on bottled water
  • Low maintenance

 

Expand Me Ultra Violet (UV)Light Unit

 

 

An ultra violet (UV) unit is a whole-house system used to eliminate 99.99% of bacteria and viruses, including chlorine resistant cysts such as Crystosporidium and Giardia from the water. UV technology is used to destroy harmful microorganisms by attacking their genetic code (DNA). The water is purified by running it through a water tight chamber which contains the UV lamp. As the water passes by the UV light, the microorganisms are exposed the the UV energy which causes them the lose their ability to reproduce and they simply die. This is a highly effective, environmentally-friendly, and chemical-free way to treat water and safeguard against bacterial and viral contamination of the water. The most common application is for use in houses with shallow wells, which are prone to contamination. We most often see cases of coliform bacteria and/or E. coli contamination. The UV unit provides the safest and most effective long-term solution.