Do you get your water from a municipal source or from a well? Either way, you’ll want the water coming into your home to be clean, healthy and pure.
Five Benefits of Clean Water
- Most importantly, clean water is healthy drinking water. You don’t have to worry about getting sick from drinking water from your tap because it contains chemicals, microorganisms, etc.
- It’s more convenient. If the water coming out of your faucets is clean you won’t have to boil it to make it safe.
- It’s more convenient. If the water coming out of your faucets is clean you won’t have to boil it to make it safe.
- It saves you money. It’s a lot cheaper to use water from your tap as opposed to buying plastic water bottles.
- It’s good for the environment. Not having to use plastic bottles also is eco-friendly.
Health Risks That Clean Water Prevents
What if your water is not pure? Here are some of the potential risks.
- Neurological issues. Most importantly, lead and other chemicals and metals can harm the nervous system. This can lead to learning disabilities and developmental issues for kids.
- Gastrointestinal problems. Microorganisms found primarily in well water but also in municipal water supplies can cause ailments such as diarrhea, nausea and stomach cramps. This is particularly concerning for young children, seniors and people with compromised immune systems.
- Skin problems. Harsh water not only can lead to dry and brittle skin and hair, but it can also worsen conditions like eczema.
What Causes Impurities?
There are numerous things that can contaminate and harm the water coming into your home. While you are at greater risk if you use unfiltered well water, these hazards can also come through a municipal water source.
- Chemicals
- Especially in rural areas, herbicides and pesticides can leach into groundwater and can cause numerous health risks, including cancer.
- Chemicals from nearby factories can contaminate groundwater if disposal systems are not adequate.
- Gasoline, oil and other petroleum products can also pose health risks.
- Metals
- The risks associated with lead in the water pose numerous health issues, especially with children.
- Arsenic is rarely found in groundwater, but is carcinogenic.
- Microorganisms such as bacteria, parasites and viruses also pose various health risks.
Contact Ravinia Plumbing for Clean Water
Ravinia Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Electric’s knowledgeable and licensed plumbers are ready to make sure your water is clean. We can test your water and then recommend and install a water filtration device to enhance water quality. Our customers have relied on us since 1928 (that’s 98 years!) for quality products, knowledgeable technicians, and superior service, including 24/7/365 emergency service. That is why we are the most trusted plumbing, sewer, heating and air conditioning, and electrical company in Chicago’s North Shore and Northwest suburbs. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.