The Facts About Filters And Irrigation Systems

The Facts About Filters and Irrigation Systems

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The Facts About Filters

Many water systems contain tap water that is highly treated and continually tested to make sure it s safe to drink, but some people prefer the taste of filtered water.

Many faucet-mounted filters and filtration pitchers use carbon to remove compounds that affect the taste and smell of water, but there are many other types of home treatment systems designed to remove different things.

Generally, a home filtration system isn t necessary unless you have a compromised immune system and are directed by your doctor to take certain precautions.

A good resource for information about filters is the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF). This is a non-profit organization that tests and certifies consumer products, including home water treatment products.

Do You Have An Irrigation System?

If you have an irrigation system for your home or business, or are considering installing one, you may be able to lower your monthly water bill by getting a separate irrigation account a water meter that s exclusively for outdoor water use.

You won t pay any sewer charges for the irrigation account, which can add up to significant savings over time. There is an up-front cost to install and connect the irrigation meter; the payback period on that cost depends on how much water you use and where you live.

Typically an electronic “flow sensor” is used for this purpose rather than a water meter like the water companies use. The flow sensor typically creates an electronic pulse when a given amount of water has passed through it. The flow sensor connects up to the irrigation controller that is used to turn on and off the irrigation system. Some higher-end models of irrigation controllers have the ability to monitor the number of pulses from the sensor and use the data to determine how much water has been used. This in turn allows overall evaluation of the irrigation system performance. For example, the controller might detect that the flow is higher than normal, indicating a leak in the irrigation system, or maybe a broken sprinkler head. Likewise, a flow that is lower than expected might indicate a valve did not open when it was supposed to. The controller then sounds an alarm, or may shut off the water to limit damage from the leak.

To find out more information or to see if an irrigation meter is right for you, call Rooter Man Plumbing at 843.766.3311.

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