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Common Water Problems

Whether you have city water or well water, you can have water problems.

Problem water can create challenges for you and your home. The first step is understanding your water problems. Your water could be hard, smell bad, cause stains or have contaminants in it. Use the information provided here to learn about common water issues and how to solve them. To learn more about your water’s quality, schedule a free water test.

What are VOCs and how do you remove them from your water?

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are chemicals that can dissolve into water, creating risks for drinking water. Learn more about VOCs and how to remove them from your water.

Why Is Your Water Causing Stains?

Water can cause stains on surfaces, clothes and more depending on what's in it. Learn about common stains from water, their causes and how to prevent them.

What Is Scale Or Limescale?

Scale, or limescale, is the buildup of a white, chalk-like substance that forms where water collects. Learn what causes scale and how to prevent it.

Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) in Water: Understanding and Addressing This Common Contaminant

Learn what Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) are and how they get into your water.

Iron - Ferric Vs. Ferrous

While some Iron in your water can be beneficial, too much of it can be harmful. Read more to learn about two different kinds of Iron found in water and how Kinetico can help.

What Are Microplastics?

Microplastics are small plastic debris about the size of a grain of rice, sometimes even smaller. These plastic particles are contaminating our water supplies. Learn about the causes of the microplastics problem and how you can protect your family.

What Are Nitrates In Water?

What Are Nitrates, and how can Kinetico help manage the amount found in your water?

Do You Know What Chloramine Is And If It's In Your Water?

Chloramine is a chemical compound used to disinfect municipal water supplies. Learn about chloramine and how to reduce chloramine levels in your home's water.

Why Is My Water Cloudy?

Cloudy water can be concerning. Learn more about what causes cloudy water, and how to address it to make your home's water better.

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