REMOVE FOUL ODORS & TASTES FROM YOUR ELGIN, ILLINOIS WATER & SCHEDULE A WATER QUALITY TEST

Water is an extremely important part of our lives. Though we often don’t realize the extent of our usage, studies show that the average American uses between eighty and one hundred gallons of water each day. Sometimes, though, the water we’re using might not be very good for us. This can range from water that is riddled with toxins to water that is unsightly but perfectly safe to consume. Last summer, many people in the Elgin area turned on their taps and discovered their water suddenly had a foul odor and taste.

To ensure your water is safe to consume, we recommend booking a water quality test with the specialists at Prairie State Water Solutions. We also offer a large selection of water softeners and water conditioners to residents in areas such as St. Charles, Batavia, Sugar Grove, Warrenville, Chicago, Naperville, and Wheaton, Illinois. Contact a specialist to set up an appointment for a water quality test or water treatment system.

WORRIED ABOUT THE QUALITY OF YOUR HOME’S WATER? HAVE IT TESTED.

ELIMINATE UNWANTED TASTES & ODORS FROM THE ELGIN WATER SUPPLY WITH A WATER CONDITIONER OR SOFTENER

After all the complaints from citizens with disgusting water, city officials from Elgin have released statements saying the water is safe to drink. This may be true, but it’s not much consolation for a family that is repulsed by the Elgin water supply that’s coming to their faucets. It’s nice to know the water isn’t dangerous, but do you really want to be drinking and bathing in water that has smells and tastes swampy? Prairie State Water Solutions offers reliable water quality testing services, water conditioners, and water softeners to help eliminate unpleasant tastes and odors from the Elgin, Illinois water supply. Contact a specialist to schedule an appointment for a water treatment system. We offer water purification services in St. Charles, Illinois, and other areas.

THE WATER ISSUES IN ELGIN, ILLINOIS IS CAUSED BY ALGAE

The water issues apparently stemmed from algae blooms in the Fox River, the primary source of Elgin’s water. Algae typically grows in warm weather, adding an unpleasant taste to water for a short period of time. Though the problem was eventually fixed, it served as a good reminder of how quickly your water quality can change. This is all the more reason to schedule a water quality test on a regular basis. As scary as it is, some dangerous contaminants, such as lead, can go unnoticed for a long time. Lead can cause brain damage and other troubling ailments, but it can’t be detected by taste or smell. In Flint, Michigan, an unsafe city water supply caused over a dozen deaths and sickened many more.  

Does your water taste or smell odd? Book a water quality test to determine if your water is safe to consume. In addition, Prairie State Water Solutions offers water softeners and water conditioners for homes.

SHOULD I SCHEDULE A WATER QUALITY TEST?

Though residents may not notice an issue with the Elgin water supply, it's scary events like these that remind us that safe, clean drinking water isn’t a given. In the U.S., our access to clean drinking water is far better than in many developing countries, but we must remember that many factors can change the status of our water. Pesticides and fertilizers, faulty water treatment systems, contaminated water supplies, and many other factors can quickly transform the pure water your family was enjoying to water that could harm them. This is especially true if your water comes from a private well, which, unlike city water, is not screened for contaminants. One study found that “13 percent of untreated drinking water contains at least one element at a concentration that exceeds federal health regulations or guidelines.” The peace of mind offered by having your water tested periodically for contaminants is well worth the insignificant cost to do so.

HOW DO I PURIFY MY WATER?

If your water is found to be imperfect, don’t panic. There are many options to alleviate the situation, ranging from water softeners to water conditioning systems to special filters. In the Elgin area and need your water tested? Contact Prairie State Water Solutions to have the problem assessed and fixed.