WATER CHALLENGES
Water and water quality is a complex topic and it's probably difficult for you to figure out exactly what you need to do for your family or business. At Santa Fe by Design Water Treatment, our aim is to guide you through learning about your specific water quality so you can make an informed decision about your water treatment.
WHAT ARE YOU DRINKING AND BATHING IN?
TAP WATER
Most municipalities do a good job of delivering water that is free of bacteria. However, in most cases the bacteria is killed by chlorine or chloramines, which are carcinogens. It does not taste or smell good and in a shower it is a health risk. We can remove the chlorine and chloramines so the water you drink, cook and bathe with is clean, healthy water.
WELL WATER
Wells must be tested for contaminants such as heavy metals, bacteria, fertilizers and other toxins. Once the water quality has been determined, treatment solutions can be identified, if needed.
REVERSE OSMOSIS/DISTILLED WATER
A 5-micron re-sediment filter which removes suspended matter, dirt, rust and sediment is used to improve performance of the other filters. The GAC post filter removes chlorine and other volatile organic compounds to improve taste, clarity and odor. The CTA membrane removes inorganic, minerals, and total dissolved solids, lead and cysts (Giardia and cryptosporidium), not waste water. Upgrades available for the removal of bacterial, viral, e-coli and/or microorganism safeguards.
SOFTENED WATER
The water is undrinkable water and it is not a filtration system. Sodium can intensify hypertension, heart disease and arteriosclerosis.
BOTTLED WATER
Bottled water is unregulated and doesn't have to meet the standards of municipal water. It may contain contaminates and toxins. The cost of oil and the transportation of plastic water bottles makes this product unsustainable. Plastic bottles leach chemicals, called plasticizers, into the water. These chemicals mimic estrogen, playing havoc with the hormones and producing a variety of physiological responses in our bodies. A few of the major health issues are breast and prostate cancers. Plastic bottles are a menice to our environment. 87% do not get recycled and it takes up to 1,000 years for one bottle to break down.
THE CHALLENGES
HARDNESS
A common challenge, whether it be public or private water. We have seen hardness as low as 2 grains per gallon and as high as 80. The majority of the hard water is fairly simple to remedy. Rarely is a traditional softener with reverse osmosis drinking needed unless there are other problems with the water, or the homeowner prefers salt or potassium chloride softening. The EWS Point-of Entry is the perfect solution as it addresses every drop of water in the home. Read more here.
CHLORINE
It is in most public water sources and needs to be there to protect the water from bacteria as it travels from filtration plant to the home or business. It need not enter the home or business. Numerous studies have verified chlorine and the trihalomethanes (produced when chlorine mixes with natural minerals) are unhealthy and linked to several diseases. (See more about chlorine and other challenges on our water links tab). Showering increases exposure to chlorine since it turns to a gas at a low temperature. The EPA has raised skin absorption of chlorine to its top 10 carcinogens watch list. The point-of-entry system removes 100% of the chlorine entering your home.
ARSENIC
Before removing arsenic, you need to know what kind you have. We will spciate the arsenic to find the best solution for situation. There are seven BAT's (Best Available Technologies) for arsenic. There is much research being done about the dangers of arsenics in water. Long term exposure is known to cause cancer of the liver, kidney, skin and prostate.
MANGANESE
Low levels of manganese are essential for good health. Most everyone is exposed to small levels of manganese, which is found in food and many types of rocks and enters the air, soil, and water. However, at higher levels, manganese is toxic to the central nervous system and can cause learning and coordination disabilities, behavioral changes, and a condition that is similar to Parkinson's disease. Children, pregnant women, the elderly, and patients with liver disease are at highest risk from manganese toxicity. Some of these groups have developed manganese poisoning even at low doses in their water supplies. You can read more about Arsenic and Manganese here.
ALUMINUM
In recent years, increased attention has been focused on adverse effects of aluminum in drinking water. Several epidemiological studies have reported a slightly increased incidence of dementia in communities where drinking water is high in aluminum. These studies have raised concerns among the media and public.
URANIUM
First, we look at the primary standards and then the secondary standards to eliminate some of the treatments. Then we run it through Sandia Labs to give us the absolute best treatment solution. There are 6 BAT's for uranium.
