Water Softener Companies Sneak in Property Liens

Water Softener Companies Sneak in Property Liens

Imagine buying a car and later finding out it comes with an unexpected boot – that's the kind of surprise some homeowners in Clarksville, TN are facing, but instead of cars, it's their homes. A few water softener companies have taken to sneaking in property liens (basically, a claim on someone's property until they settle up a debt) and these companies have targeted young, first-time homeowners with sales pitches full of alarming health claims about local tap water. One such homeowner was hit with a jaw-dropping $7,300 lien when she tried to sell and a local property title expert says she's come across about 60 families with these unexpected liens.

On a brighter note: recent tests show Clarksville's tap water is actually safe to drink, which debunks the aggressive and sometimes misleading sales tactics used by these TN-based companies.

Navajo Nation Uses Pottery for Water Treatment

The University of Texas at Austin team is tackling the clean water issues in the Navajo Nation with a clever twist on traditional pottery. They've upgraded clay pots by adding a lining of pine tree resin and tiny silver particles, turning them into effective water filters. This approach is not only smart but also respectful – it uses local materials and works with Navajo potters, helping the community trust and accept the new technology. The cost? Less than $10 per pot. This simple, low-cost idea has the potential to bring clean water to many, both within and outside the Navajo Nation.

"Portable Exchange is Dead. Long Live Portable Exchange!" (Sponsor)

Much like Mark Twain's own misreported demise, rumors of Portable Exchange tanks' downfall are greatly exaggerated. But why is this old-school tech still creating waves? In areas where water regulations tighten their grip, these tanks prove indispensable. They're a lifeline for adherence to strict guidelines, offering sustainability, affordability, and flexibility in meeting diverse water treatment needs.

AM Products & Specialty Sales aren’t just riding the current—they're steering the ship with new, aggressively priced, stainless steel tanks that scoff at obsolescence. Pricing starts at a mere $259 for the robust 304 stainless, 9” x 44” tank-alone model, or $299 for a complete set brimming with essential fittings. Check out the full offering by clicking here!

Well Water vs. City Water

A recent article from bobvila.com discusses a bunch of different factors and how well water compares to city water (and vice versa). It’s a good read, but if you’re in a pinch we pulled out our favorite quotes below:

• “Only about 13 million people get their water from a well in the U.S., as compared to 280 million who rely on city water.”

• “It may seem like there are more costs involved with a well as opposed to getting water from a municipal source… [but] if the cost of buying a new pump, tank, and the electrical component, amortized over a life expectancy of 40 years, equals about $40 per month, it compares favorably with the average monthly municipal water bill.”

• “However, in some areas (such as Pittsboro, N.C.), Gordon says the municipalities don’t do enough to filter microplastics, so it’s up to the consumer to purchase a water filtration system or a reverse osmosis system.”

• “Some experts believe that a well goes hand-in-hand with higher resale value.”

Premium Water Treatment for… Pets?

Imagine giving your pets access to a premium water treatment system. Well, that’s what PETLIBRO is doing with their new Glacier Fountain, a standout stainless steel pet water fountain jam-packed with human-grade filtration tech. Here's the scoop: it harnesses BASF Ultrason® resins, ion-exchange fibers, and activated carbon to clean out 99.9% of bacteria and remove heavy metals. The ion-exchange fibers are key players in tackling heavy metals like lead, while the activated carbon ensures every sip is fresh and odor-free. And those BASF Ultrason® resins? They're ensuring that even the tiniest bacteria larger than 0.01μm don't stand a chance.

What else is happening:

• Study finds that glyphosate in hard water is linked to kidney disease

• WI Governor is allocating more than $402 million to address polluted drinking water

• The cost of tap water in the West is likely going to increase

• Cascadian Water releases new article criticizing the salt industry's influence on water hardness definitions