Situations such as the lead contamination scandal Flint, Michigan have revitalized attention on lead in water, and the harmful effects it can have on our health. Lead is still common in plumbing in the , and lead in drinking water can have serious consequences for adults and especially children. The History of Lead in Drinking […]
Roughly 43 million Americans rely on well water for their homes and businesses, and yet many of us take our water — and its source — for granted. Well water and municipal (city) water differ in a few key ways, and it’s important to learn the basics of wells, and well water in the . […]
Almost 70% of American households have at least one pet, however, their hydration probably isn’t something we spend much time thinking about. Just like humans, our furry companions are made up mostly of water, and are highly dependent on it for optimal health. The bottom line is, if you’re concerned about the water you’re putting […]
There are many types of water treatment. For almost every issue you could experience in your area with drinking water or your home water supply, there’s a method to address it — whether it’s a whole home water filter, or an under-sink, point-of-use water filtration system in your kitchen, and just about everywhere between, the options for water treatment solutions vary widely based on what is being treated, and why it’s being treated.
The long and storied history between per- and polyfluoralkyl substances (PFOA, PFOS, and PFAS), entities that used them, and the EPA, has a handful of twists and turns, that can be as confusing as remembering the actual meanings of the acronyms themselves. As far as contaminants go, PFOA in water is a relatively newer concept […]
Just like all water is not created equal, neither are all water treatment solutions. Water in the can be different than other parts of the the region — its quality depends on the climate, the makeup of the surrounding water table, and many other factors. In some situations, the water that comes out of your […]
Did you know 75 percent of Americans are chronically dehydrated, according to a recent survey? The everyday rigors of life can make us forget sometimes that water is essential to its optimum functionality. One thing about dehydration is, your body and mind feel it before you may become conscious enough to get yourself a drink […]
A Culligan® Whole Home Solution can greatly improve your quality of life in . How greatly? We’ll get to that in a second. As a general public utility, water is used in each and every household throughout the day. We interact with our water on a regular basis. Similar to electricity or gas-powered heat we […]
2017 was a crazy year for disasters, aided by an angry mother nature that saw major hurricanes in Florida and the Gulf Coast, to wild fires in California. All of it affects the way people use and consume water. Culligan Cares was there to help! In February, Culligan Cares collaborated with the Water Well Trust […]
Eczema can be a parents’ worst nightmare The chronic, itchy skin rash that affects 20 percent of babies and young children is painful for your child, and a pain for you to deal with. Furthermore, while eczema conditions are known to improve with age, there is no true cure, and its regression is unpredictable in […]