Water is one of the most important things in our homes, and for many generations, we have taken it for granted. However, with growing concerns about water infrastructure in the UK and a better understanding of hard and soft water, many people are now assessing their home’s water quality.
If you’re concerned about the quality of water in your home, there are many steps you can take, from short-term fixes to longer-term solutions. Here are some of the most popular methods that you can use to improve the water quality in your home.
Note that this is general advice for those looking to improve water quality and doesn’t account for more fundamental problems with your home, such as issues with pipes. If you are concerned about the safety of your water supply, we would recommend contacting a plumber or your local water authority.
Run Taps for a Few Minutes
Do you often notice how the water coming out of certain taps can be quite earthy? Or how the water tastes a little off first thing in the morning?
Often, this is an issue with the water sitting in your pipes and becoming stale. It can be hard to notice if you’re unaware, but once you know what’s happening, the fix is really easy: simply run the taps for a bit.
Allowing your problematic taps to run slowly for a few minutes before drinking or bathing can flush out the stale stuff, ensuring that you are drinking fresh water.
Boil Your Water
Similar to the point above, avoid drinking hot tap water if you’re worried about quality because this can be stale after being sat in a boiler system. Instead, if you need hot water, make sure you’re boiling.
Boiling is an age-old way of purifying water for drinking as it can eliminate any harmful bacteria. Don’t boil it in a kettle; it’s recommended that the water is kept on a rolling boil for 1-3 minutes, so boiling in a saucepan or similar is the best method.
Of course, this should only ever be a short-term solution – if you can’t drink your home water without boiling it, speak to a plumber.
Filter Your Water
If you have no major problems but want to improve the quality of your water for drinking or cooking, then a longer-term solution can be to use a water filter.
Water filters can remove any impurities, such as bacteria, ensuring that you’re getting the purest water possible.
There are countless water filter options available, from individual bottles with filters to sophisticated purification systems that connect to your pipes and deliver filtered water through your taps.
If this is something you would be interested in, our K5 Pure Water Filtration Systems can help deliver on-demand ultra-pure water to your home. Our K5 Pure Ultra Water Filter takes out 99.9% of impurities, including bacteria and viruses, making it ideal for those seeking the highest standards in water purity.
Soften Your Water
Water filters are great for removing bacteria and viruses from your drinking water. However, if you’re concerned about the hardness of your water, getting a water softener might be the best solution.
If you notice that your water leaves a chalky residue behind, it is probably a sign of hard water. Many areas of the UK, particularly in the south and east, experience hard water, which can lead to issues with taste and cleanliness. If you’re not sure, you can check water hardness in your area here.
Water softeners remove hardness minerals from your water, making it soft. Using soft water throughout the home comes with a host of benefits, including reduced limescale, easier cleaning and softer skin.
We offer a host of water-softening solutions that provide soft water to your home. If you’re interested in exploring any of our home water solutions, why not speak to our team and request a free quote today?
