Drinking Water

Culligan bottled water jugs are a perfect addition to any home or office space. However, you may be wondering what kind of work goes into carrying and installing these bottles every time a new delivery comes in. How much do Culligan 5-gallon jugs weigh and how often do you need to carry new ones into your home or office? Is there any extra work associated with using Culligan bottled water jugs? The answers to all...

Disinfection byproducts can enter your water supply in several different ways. In fact, there could even be disinfection byproducts in your cup of tea. According to a study conducted by the American Chemical Society, and distributed by Science Daily, “when boiled water is used to brew tea, residual chlorine in the water can react with tea compounds to form disinfection byproducts.” It is a problem that communities across the country face, but what are disinfection byproducts,...

What happens when there is an outbreak of parasitic cysts in your water? This was the problem that NBC dealt with when they recently had to cancel their upcoming reality competition show “Ultimate Slip N’ Slide” due to an outbreak of Giardia. What Are Cysts…And How Do They Get In My Water? Cysts are microbial parasites, bacteria, and other microorganisms that are found in water, that can cause illness to humans and animals that drink...

Here at Culligan Water, we are sometimes asked about why we don’t put retail prices on our reverse osmosis drinking water systems. So how much do these products cost? The answer varies, and here’s why: The price tags are dependent on a variety of factors, including the specific problems you are looking to solve, and the makeup of your home’s water based on a water analysis. In addition, the cost of installation can vary depending...

Unfortunately, many communities across the country are plagued with dirty and unsafe drinking water. One such pollutant that affects communities across North America is MTBE. The presence of MTBE in drinking water can be potentially harmful. Fortunately, testing and filtration can be done to make sure you are getting the cleanest, safest water in your home. MTBE: What Is It? MTBE stands for Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether. It is a chemical that was originally added...

PCBs, or Polychlorinated Biphenyls, are chemicals that were developed and used in machinery and industrial production. They were also commonly used as additives in coolants as well as electrical insulators and components of various electronics from refrigerators to TVs. In the later part of the 1970s, scientists began to understand the potentially damaging effects of PCBs, since they can remain in the environment for long periods of time. Additionally, prolonged exposure for humans can cause...

VOCs, Volatile Organic Compounds, are chemicals commonly found throughout our daily lives. From paints and stains to cleaning products and objects found in and around our homes like carpeting and plastics, they can be problematic not only because of their pervasiveness, but also because prolonged exposure can cause a variety of adverse reactions. These chemicals are volatile because they can be easily vaporized in the air, ready to be breathed in, and also because they...

Buying bottled water at the store can present an almost overwhelming amount of options. With labels like deionized, purified, distilled, and others, you won’t be alone in feeling a little lost over what the right choice is for you.  It helps to know what these labels mean, and how they can impact the taste and quality of the water inside. According to the FDA, bottled water falls into one of three categories based on their...

According to the Environmental Defense Fund, over 6 million homes in America have lead service lines. This means the pipes used to run water into homes and businesses from the water main in the street are made of lead. This is important for several reasons; most notably the impact lead service lines can have on public health. We know lead exposure can cause serious illness for everyone, but vulnerable members of the population, such as...