Why Chlorine Isn’t the Best Choice for Your Drinking Water
Chlorine has been a go-to method for disinfecting water for decades. It’s effective at killing harmful germs and bacteria, making our water safer to drink. While it does a great job at protecting us against some diseases, chlorine also brings unwelcome side effects and potential health risks.
How Chlorine Affects Your Water
Water from lakes, rivers, or wells often contains germs that can make you sick. Most water companies add chlorine or chloramines (a mix of chlorine and ammonia) to kill these germs. Chlorine has been used to disinfect water in the U.S. since 1908. While this might sound like a good thing, it’s important to know that chlorine doesn’t just stay in the water you drink. It’s in all the water that flows through your home. This means that when you take a hot shower, you’re exposing your skin to chlorine and inhaling it as steam.
Letting chlorinated water sit for a while can cause the chlorine to evaporate. This leaves behind harmful byproducts. Inhaling chlorine vapor can irritate the lungs and throat. This is especially concerning for people with breathing issues like asthma.
What You Can Do to Make Your Water Safer
So, what can you do to make your water both clean and safe? To protect your family from the risks of chlorinated water, it’s best to remove it. C and J Water offers a dechlorinator system that uses natural carbon to remove both chlorine and chloramines. This not only makes your water safer to drink but also extends the life of your water softener.
Reverse Osmosis – A Healthy Alternative
Another effective solution is a Reverse Osmosis (RO) system. RO systems from C and J Water remove contaminants like chlorine, heavy metals, and other harmful substances. An RO system forces water through a special membrane that traps harmful molecules and lets only pure water go through.
Why Choose C and J Water?
At C and J Water, we understand the importance of having clean, safe water in your home. Our experts can provide a free water analysis and recommend the best treatment solutions tailored to your needs. We offer high-quality products, including our dechlorinator and premium RO systems. Our goal is for your family to enjoy the purest water possible.
Don’t leave your water quality to chance. Contact C and J Water today to learn how we can help you safeguard your water and your health.
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