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Home Health Tips for People with Allergies
Do you, or someone in your home struggle with allergy issues? While the most obvious culprits to avoid are pets with dander, or yard work when pollen is bad, there are some other tips to consider. Follow these home health tips for people with allergies to help avoid an allergy flare up. Washable Curtains and Blinds If you have curtains or blinds, replace them with washable curtains and/or roller shades. This will make it so you can wash your
What is the Difference Between a Water Softener and a Water Neutralizer?
Water softeners and water neutralizers may sound interchangeable, but these two devices do two completely different things for your home. Water softeners remove the minerals which cause water to be hard, whereas water neutralizers increase pH levels of your water to make it less acidic. Here's more on differences between a water softener and a water neutralizer: What does a Water Softener Do? A water softener is used to remove the minerals which create “hard water”. Water that is “hard”
Carroll County Water Parts, Supplies, Advice-Why We Do It.
Whether you are a home owner who is at a loss for what to do about a water problem, a contractor who does similar work to ours, or even a Do-It-Yourselfer who needs some advice or parts to complete a job, R & G Water Systems can help. We assist our customers by providing advice over the phone or parts or supplies they can't find elsewhere. Most big box companies won't waste their time talking you through a job over the
Blue Baby Syndrome: What it is and How to Act
Blue baby syndrome occurs in bottle-fed babies when nitrate-rich water is used to prepare the formula. The scientific name for it is methemoglobinemia, which means blood's inability to carry oxygen to the vital organs and systems of the body. Hemoglobin is what delivers the oxygen throughout your body and nitrates cause hemoglobin levels to rapidly drop, causing a variety of symptoms characteristic of oxygen deprivation. Symptoms of the Blue Baby Syndrome: lethargic or irritable behavior pale or greyish skin blueness
Why Does my Water Taste Like Metal?
If you've noticed your water tastes like metal, it can probably come as a shock. Don't be alarmed, there are many things which can cause water to taste like metal and it's not always the worst case scenario. That said, it's still important to narrow down what is cause this taste and try to correct the issue. First off, if you're noticing a metallic taste in your water, it's a good idea to test your water even if you're positive
How Safe is My Carroll County Water?
Depending on where you live in Carroll County your water could be coming from several sources. General speaking Maryland water is coming from reservoirs outside of city limits, it is collected and stored, then may make its way to filtration before it arrives at your home. Prettyboy Reservoir located in Northern Baltimore County is one of Carroll Counties water sources. Your Carroll County water may also come from a well instead of provided by the city, if this is the