THE SKILLINGS BLOG

Ion exchange water filtration or water softeners can provide fresh clean water and soap that lathers without staining in sinks. 

If your home’s drinking water comes from a public water system, state and federal law requires it be heavily regulated and frequently tested. One of those regulations requires testing for total coliform,a type of bacteria.

If you own a home with a private well, it is your responsibility to ensure the water used for drinking, cooking and bathing is safe for consumption. In the United States, more than 15 million households get their water from a well. New England is lucky in that it has an ample supply of clean water, but that doesn’t mean homeowners shouldn’t regularly check for possible contaminants.