The state of California’s auditor is concerned that nearly 1 million Californians are drinking contaminated water that could lead to long-term health ramifications. In a report posted to the State Water Resources Control Board, the report called for failing water systems with contaminated water to receive assistance in a timely manner,
If you’re a business owner, office administrator, or even if you want convenient water access in your home, you may be considering a few options – bottled water, or a water dispenser. There are a few factors to consider, including water consumption, convenience, and cost. How Do Water Dispensers Work?
Culligan bottled water jugs are a perfect addition to any home or office space. However, you may be wondering what kind of work goes into carrying and installing these bottles every time a new delivery comes in. How much do Culligan 5-gallon jugs weigh and how often do you need to carry new one’s into
Disinfection byproducts can enter your water supply in several different ways. In fact, there could even be disinfection byproducts in your cup of tea. According to a study conducted by the American Chemical Society, and distributed by Science Daily, “when boiled water is used to brew tea, residual chlorine in the water can react with tea
What happens when there is an outbreak of parasitic cysts in your water? This was the problem that NBC dealt with when they recently had to cancel their upcoming reality competition show “Ultimate Slip N’ Slide” due to an outbreak of Giardia. But what exactly are they and why did NBC have to cancel the
Here at Culligan Water, we are sometimes asked about why we don’t put retail prices on our reverse osmosis drinking water systems. So how much do these products cost? The answer varies, and here’s why: The price tags are dependent on a variety of factors, including the specific problems you are looking
Unfortunately, many communities across the country are plagued with dirty and unsafe drinking water. One such pollutant that affects communities across North America is MTBE. The presence of MTBE in drinking water can be potentially harmful. Fortunately, testing and filtration can be done to make sure you are getting the cleanest, safest water in your
PCBs, or Polychlorinated Biphenyls, are chemicals that were developed and used in machinery and industrial production. They were also commonly used as additives in coolants as well as electrical insulators and components of various electronics from refrigerators to TVs. In the later part of the 1970s, scientists began to understand the potentially damaging effects of
VOCs, Volatile Organic Compounds, are chemicals commonly found throughout our daily lives. From paints and stains to cleaning products and objects found in and around our homes like carpeting and plastics, they can be problematic not only because of their pervasiveness, but also because prolonged exposure can cause a variety of adverse reactions.
Water is the cornerstone to a healthy lifestyle. The advantages are many and there are no side affects, so when so much else in the personal health care realm can seem murky, it’s something that almost all health experts and physicians agree on — drink your water! That said, the answers to how