Discount Filters

While water filters and water softeners do have some similar duties, they are very different in how they work. The most common source for water in municipal systems is underground water, which has a higher percentage of minerals compared to surface water. A higher mineral count is a significant factor in making water “hard.” Knowing the difference between the purpose of a water filter and a water softener can help you decide which is right for you.  What Is a Water Softener? A water softener technically filters water, but it only filters out minerals that cause hardness and scale. They often use salt and ion-exchange resins to remove calcium and magnesium from the water. These ions are replaced with sodium ions. Because of this, salt-based water softeners need to be refilled with salt regularly. Non-salt-based systems don’t require the same maintenance but can be damaged by trace amounts of oil. Magnetic systems are cheaper than the other two types of softeners ...

As the temperature changes and fall and winter are ushered in, the air quality falls. You’ve likely already changed your GE, LG, or Samsung refrigerator water filter recently, but now would be a good time to check your furnace and air filters, as well. Below are a few of the reasons why air quality can decrease in the fall and winter months—all of which speak to the importance of having a properly functioning air purifier and HVAC system indoors. The Inversion Layer In the fall and winter, a warm layer of air, called the inversion layer , can rise above a cooler layer of air. Normally, air temperature decreases at higher altitudes. In the colder months, however, a cold layer of air can become trapped near the ground, and the warm layer above it keeps the air from moving. Inversion layers are more common in cities located near the mountains or in a valley. Inversions prevent smoke, dust, and other pollutants from moving upward, trapping them close to the ground and...