FAQs

Waterhouse Water Systems

  • What does it mean if my home has hard water?

    Hard water can cause several issues in your home. It often leads to dry skin and brittle hair. You may notice soap scum buildup in your bathtub and shower, as well as spots on your faucets and fixtures. Additionally, hard water can cause scaling in appliances, reducing their efficiency and potentially leading to expensive repairs. Our water softeners are designed to address these hard water problems effectively. We encourage you to explore how our solutions can improve your water quality.
  • What does it mean if my home has iron and magnesium?

    The presence of iron and manganese in your water can result in rust stains on your clothing, appliances, and fixtures. These metals can also negatively affect the taste and odor of your water. Our specialized water filters are capable of removing iron and manganese, improving both the quality and usability of your water. We invite you to learn more about how our filtration systems can address these specific water issues.
  • What does it mean if my water has a rotten egg smell?

    A rotten egg odor in your water is typically caused by hydrogen sulfide. This compound not only creates an unpleasant smell but can also make your water taste bad, sometimes to the point where it's unusable. Our drinking water systems and specialized filters are designed to eliminate hydrogen sulfide, restoring your water to a more pleasant and usable state.
  • What does it mean if my home water has a chlorine taste or smell, or if chloramine is detected?

    While chlorine is used by municipalities to disinfect water supplies, its presence in your home water can lead to an unpleasant taste and smell. It may also cause dryness in your skin and hair. Our filtration systems are designed to remove chlorine from your water, eliminating these negative effects and improving your overall water quality.
  • What does it mean if my water has a musty, earthy, or fishy taste or smell?

    These unpleasant tastes and odors are often the result of algae, molds, and bacteria that can thrive in water sources and multiply within your home's plumbing system. Our drinking water systems are engineered to address these issues, effectively removing these contaminants to provide you with clean, safe, and great-tasting water.
  • What does it mean if my water is cloudy?

    Cloudy water, also known as turbidity, is caused by various impurities present in raw water as it enters your home. Our drinking water systems are specifically designed to address this issue, effectively clearing up your water and improving its overall quality. We encourage you to explore our water treatment solutions to see how we can help clarify your water.