by GilkPlumb232423 | Jan 8, 2026 | Water Solutions
Not all water softener salt is created equal. While it may be tempting to choose the cheapest option on the shelf, low-quality or “dirty” salt can cause serious issues inside your water softener over time. Understanding what’s in your salt and how it affects your...
by GilkPlumb232423 | Jun 20, 2024 | Water Solutions
Water softener. Water conditioner. Same thing, right? Wrong! They are both useful appliances if you want to improve the quality of your water. They just improve it in different ways. Here’s the quick rundown: A water softener removes calcium and magnesium from...
by GilkPlumb232423 | Mar 15, 2024 | Water Solutions
Electrolysis. You may have heard the word used to describe a certain type of hair removal treatment, although it also relates to chemistry. Electrolysis refers to a process where a chemical reaction is induced inside a fluid via electrical current. It is important to...
by GilkPlumb232423 | Feb 19, 2024 | Water Solutions
With the Flo Smart Water Monitor and Shutoff Water damage can be caused at any moment by a burst pipe or malfunctioning appliance. It is also surprisingly common: six times more likely to strike your home than a fire, and eight times more likely than theft....
by GilkPlumb232423 | Dec 7, 2023 | Water Solutions
You already know what a water heater does: it heats water. But have you ever taken a couple of minutes to appreciate just how many applications hot water can have in a home or business? If not, then here is your chance to enlighten yourself. Now the next time you hear...
by GilkPlumb232423 | Nov 10, 2023 | Heating, Water Solutions
In its simplest form, a boiler is any closed vessel in which fluid – usually water – is heated. The heat is generated by combustion of coal, oil or gas, although electric boilers are also available. Once the water heats up, it is circulated throughout the...
