salt types - Whole House Water Lab

Scale & Treatment

Choosing the Right Salt: Solar, Rock, or Evaporated for Softeners

selecting suitable salt types

Choosing the right salt for your water softener can impact efficiency and environmental impact—discover which type best suits your needs.

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December 2, 2025

filter size and pressure

Sizing & Flow

Sizing Pre‑Filters and Sediment Filters to Prevent Pressure Drop

Navigating proper sizing of pre-filters and sediment filters is essential to prevent…

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December 9, 2025

signs of filter blockage

Maintenance

Understanding Pressure Gauges: Signs of Clogged Filters

An abnormal pressure gauge reading may indicate a clogged filter, so learning how to…

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December 9, 2025

agricultural chemical contaminants overview

Water Basics

Pesticides and Herbicides: Agricultural Contaminants Explained

Lurking beneath their benefits, pesticides and herbicides pose environmental risks that…

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December 8, 2025

preventing plumbing cross contamination

Installation

Installation Safety: Avoiding Cross‑Contamination During Plumbing

Here's a safety tip to prevent cross-contamination during plumbing installation that…

WholeHouseWaterLab Team
December 8, 2025