Water Test

Water Test

Laurastar Water Hardness Test Strip and Warranty Sheet $13.95 Laurastar Water Hardness Test Strip and Warranty Sheet

Pasco 1430 2-1/2 300# Water Test Gauge $11.38 Pasco 1430 2-1/2″ 300# Water Test Gauge Pasco 1430 2-1/2″ 300# Water Test Gauge Features: 3/4″ FHT brass swivel connection Filter washer

Pasco 1431 2 160# Water Test Gauge $8.91 Pasco 1431 2″ 160# Water Test Gauge Pasco 1431 2″ 160# Water Test Gauge Features: 3/4″ FHT brass swivel connection Filter washer

Pasco 1432 2 300# Water Test Gauge $8.91 Pasco 1432 2″ 300# Water Test Gauge Pasco 1432 2″ 300# Water Test Gauge Features: 3/4″ FHT brass swivel connection Filter washer

Pasco 1440 2-1/2 160# Water Test Gauge $11.38 Pasco 1440 2-1/2″ 160# Water Test Gauge Pasco 1440 2-1/2″ 160# Water Test Gauge Features: 3/4″ FHT brass swivel connection Filter washer

Watts Water Pressure Test Gauge, 276H300 3/4 $33.35 Watts Water Pressure Test Gauge, 276H300 3/4″ Series 276H300 Hose Connection Gauges are used to test water supply pressures within a distribution system. Its red indicator hand holds at the highest reading registered for detection of thermal expansion pressure surges. It features a black enamel steel case, Kostil Polymer window, 3/4 in. H.T. hose connection, and copper alloy Bourdon tube sensing element. Accuracy is ASME, Type B. Available in 0 to 300psi (21 bar) pressure rating scale. Watts Water Pressure Test Gauge, 276H300 3/4″ Features: 2 1/2 in. Dial Black enamel steel case Kostil polymer window Copper alloy Bourdon sensing element Tin alloy welding 3.4″ (20 mm) H.T. hose connection ASME Type “B” accuracy

Little Giant WT-TS-50 Water Test Strips 5-in-1 (566043) $14 Little Giant WT-TS-50 Water Test Strips 5-in-1 (566043) Quick, easy and accurate five in one strip test for nitrate, nitrite, total hardness, total alkalinity and PH. Allows you to easily track 5 critical water quality parameters with one test. Little Giant WT-TS-50 Water Test Strips 5-in-1 (566043) Features: Contains 50 strips. Microfibe lift Water test strips

GT Water Products TP34 3 To 4 Test Plug $28.46 GT Water Products TP34 3″ To 4″ Test Plug GT Water Products TP34 3″ To 4″ Test Plug Features: Professional drain line test plug Safe-T-Seal Safety valve Waffle pattern exterior Inflates using water or air Best inflation pressure is 50 psi max Back pressure of water is 30′ If water is used, unit will both test and fill drain simultaneously Fits drains 3″ to 4″ diameter

GT Water Products TP122 1-1/4 To 2 Test Plug $23.88 GT Water Products TP122 1-1/4″ To 2″ Test Plug GT Water Products TP122 1-1/4″ To 2″ Test Plug Features: Professional drain line test plug Safe-T-Seal Safety valve Waffle pattern exterior Inflates using water or air Best inflation pressure is 50 psi max Back pressure of water is 30′ If water is used, unit will both test and fill drain simultaneously Fits drains 1-1/4″ to 2″ diameter

Pro-lab Incorporated WQ105 Do-It-Yourself Water Quality Test Kit $10.75 Pro-lab Incorporated WQ105 Do-It-Yourself Water Quality Test Kit Pro-lab Incorporated WQ105 Do-It-Yourself Water Quality Test Kit Features: Contaminated water causes birth defects, cancer, and stains fixtures According to the EPA, poor water quality from toxic chlorine, copper, and nitrates have been linked to a wide array of deadly diseases Kit accurately monitors municipal and well water as well as the efficiency of home water filtration devices for 10 contaminants and pollutants Kit utilizes patented laboratory grade test strips for accurate and reliable results Safe, easy to use Check water for pH, total alkalinity, total chlorine, total hardness, iron, copper, nitrates, and nitrites Includes 2 of each test, and a bonus test for hydrogen sulfide and iron bacteria

Winters EWT213 Economy 2 Water Test Gauge 0-160 PSI $13.04 Winters EWT213 Economy 2″ Water Test Gauge 0-160 PSI The Winters EWT213 Economy 2″ Water Test Gauge 0-160 PSI, is an economical solution for accurate testing of water pressure media. The gauges are available in 2″ (50 mm) dials. The Economy Test Gauge is constructed with a steel case and brass internals. Its accuracy rating is ± 3%-2%-3%, ANSI/ASME Grade B. The maxi pointer included on the Water Test Gauge allows you to monitor a peak operating or surge pressure point. * Dial face image will vary according to specifications Winters EWT213 Economy 2″ Water Test Gauge 0-160 PSI Specifications: 0-160 psi Dial: 2″ (50 mm) white aluminum with black and red markings Case: Steel painted black Lens: Polycarbonate Ring: Steel, painted black Pointer: Steel, painted black Connection: 3/4″FHT x female npt swivel connection Bourdon Tube: Phosphor bronze Movement: Brass Welding: #50 Sn. solder Working Pressure: Maximum 75% of full scale value Ambient / Process Temperature: -40 F to 150 F (-40 C to 65 C) Water Test: 32 F to 150 F (0 C to 65 C) Accuracy: ± 3% -2%-

Winters EWT217 Economy 2 Water Test Gauge 0-300 PSI $13.04 Winters EWT217 Economy 2″ Water Test Gauge 0-300 PSI The Winters EWT217 Economy 2″ Water Test Gauge 0-300 PSI, is an economical solution for accurate testing of water pressure media. The gauges are available in 2″ (50 mm) dials. The Economy Test Gauge is constructed with a steel case and brass internals. Its accuracy rating is ± 3%-2%-3%, ANSI/ASME Grade B. The maxi pointer included on the Water Test Gauge allows you to monitor a peak operating or surge pressure point. * Dial face image will vary according to specifications Winters EWT217 Economy 2″ Water Test Gauge 0-300 PSI Specifications: 0-300 psi Dial: 2″ (50 mm) white aluminum with black and red markings Case: Steel painted black Lens: Polycarbonate Ring: Steel, painted black Pointer: Steel, painted black Connection: 3/4″ FHT x female npt swivel connection Bourdon Tube: Phosphor bronze Movement: Brass Welding: #50 Sn. solder Working Pressure: Maximum 75% of full scale value Ambient / Process Temperature: -40 F to 150 F (-40 C to 65 C) Water Test: 32 F to 150 F (0 C to 65 C) Accuracy: ± 3% -2%-

Pro-lab Incorporated BA110 Bacteria In Water Test Kit $10.75 Pro-lab Incorporated BA110 Bacteria In Water Test Kit Pro-lab Incorporated BA110 Bacteria In Water Test Kit Features: Bacterial contamination causes severe digestive problems, fever, nausea, diarrhea and sometimes even death According to the EPA, total coli form and E. coli bacteria testing is recommended twice a year Our simple do it yourself test identifies dangerous bacteria in 48 hours Optional lab analysis is available, which indicates the exact count and type of bacteria present Utilizes patented EPA approved laboratory analytical method for accuracy and reliability

GT Water Products TP3-J 3 Safe-T-Seal Pneumatic/Hydraulic Test Plug $26.21 GT Water Products TP3-J 3″ Safe-T-Seal Pneumatic/Hydraulic Test Plug GT Water Products TP3-J 3″ Safe-T-Seal Pneumatic/Hydraulic Test Plug Features: Test plug Pneumatic or hydraulic inflation Proper inflation 55 to 65 psi Maximum back pressure water 30′ HD Patented built in pressure relief gauge User safe with no red tag warnings Pressure tested for 24 hours 1 year warranty Fits 3″ test tees and pipes

Pasco 1448 300# Lazyhand Test Gauge-Air To Hose $14.36 Pasco 1448 300# Lazyhand Test Gauge-Air To Hose Pasco 1448 300# Lazyhand Test Gauge-Air To Hose Features: Use to air test new construction gas or water piping. Adapts to an existing hose bibe to air test existing water lines or to test re-pipe installations. Use air instead of water to test. Prevents the hassle of clean up that may occur with water test. Air test can be used on water supply lines when

Culligan FM-15RA Level 3 Faucet Filter Replacement Cartridge $9.05 …

Keurig B40 Elite Brewing System $85.50 The Elite Brewing System is Keurig’s gourmet home brewing made affordable. The Elite Brewing System, the most affordably priced Keurig kitchen brewing system, offers K-Cup® coffee, tea and hot cocoa brewing as the elite choice to any drip coffee maker. The Elite offers two cup sizes for brewing options with the programmable feature of Auto Off. The 48-ounce removable water reservoir holds up to 6…

Cuisinart DCC-RWF1 Replacement Coffeemaker Water Filters, Set of 2 $3.75 Cuisinart DCC-RWF Coffee Water Filter Replacement…

Chronicle, Vol. 1: The 20 Greatest Hits $5.16 CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL CHRONICLE: 20 GREATEST HITS…

The Last Waltz (Special Edition) $6.99 Martin Scorsese’s 1978 capsule history of the Band is mixed with footage of the group’s allegedly last performance (certainly their last performance as a quintet) in this particularly stylish concert film. Scorsese shoots the players and their sundry guests with the same flair and enthusiasm one can see in the later The Color of Money or Goodfellas. He also proves a good interviewer with Band memb…

O $12.71 Irish troubadour Damien Rice doesn’t so much reinvent the folk genre on this lush, impossibly mature debut album as push its boundaries in several compelling musical directions at once–all the more remarkable considering the album was largely self-produced and home-recorded. His songs revolve around familiar, bittersweet concerns of life, love, and their attendant frustrations, but delivered with…

Walking With Jesus: 6 Animated Stories From the World’s Greatest Book – Stories to Remember with Marcus, Mandy and the Entertaining Wiser Family Puppets (The Night Before Christmas, The Big Test, Look Out Pigs, Touching Jesus, Water Walking, & Words (Kids International) $2.98 This video contains 6 stories: 1. “The Night Before Christmas” – Mary and Joseph come to Bethlehem but find no room. They go to a stable for the night. There the baby Jesus is born. Angels announce His birth to the shepherds. Jesus was God’s best gift to men. 2. “The Big Test” – John the Baptist preaches and baptizes. Jesus is baptized. He is led into the wilderness. There, Satan tempts Him. Jesus…

IMAX: Under the Sea 3D (Single-Disc Blu-ray 3D/Blu-ray Combo) $19.70 Filmed in IMAX 3D, Under the Sea is a strikingly realistic underwater exploration of the amazing sea life of the coral triangle in Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, and the Great Barrier Reef. Viewers instantaneously become divers, immersed in the coral reefs and floating mere inches away from sea life ranging from cuttlefish to venomous sea snakes, nautiluses, sea dragons, and great white sharks. Narr…

Monsters, Inc. (Two-Disc Collector’s Edition) $21.46 From the Academy Award(R)-winning creators of TOY STORY (2001, Best Animated Short Film, “For the Birds”) comes the computer-animated film that captured the hearts of fans and critics everywhere. MONSTERS, INC., is “visually dazzling, action-packed, and hilarious” (Boston Herald), featuring groundbreaking animation, imaginative storytelling, and unforgettable voice talent. John Goodman stars as th…

Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser $42.50 Easier and more effective than string floss! Healthier gums in just 14 days guaranteed. Removes 99.9% of plaque from treated areas (see side panel for details). Up to 93% more effective than string floss at improving gum health (see side panel for details). Cleans deep between teeth and below the gumline. Six unique tips included. 10 pressure settings – optimum control. In-lid storage – keeps tips…

Well Water Treatment For Safe Drinking Water

If you are drawing water from a Private Well there many potential contaminants that can affect your water quality, including bacteria. Bacterial issues like E coli and Coliform are the most important to address to ensure safe drinking water. However, there are also many secondary contaminants that are not necessarily harmful, but are an inconvenience. These contaminates can cause stains, smells, and odor – and your home becomes overpowered by it. Following is a list of these contaminants and the signs of their presence:

Iron. There are two different types of iron – Ferrous & Ferric. Ferrous iron is clear water iron and Ferric is red water iron. The presence of Ferrous iron cannot be seen by looking at the water however it leaves reddish/brown stains. With Ferric iron the water will appear red in color and leave stains. These secondary contaminates are not harmful to ingest.

When iron is present:

- It can cause reddish/brown stains in your tubs and toilets as well as affect your white laundry.

- Irrigating with water containing iron can cause staining to your sidewalks, walls, and fixtures.

- It makes cleaning bathrooms and fixtures difficult.

Sulfur. The clear indication of sulfur (hydrogen sulfide) presence is a “rotten-egg” smell to the water. When dealing with Sulfur it is important to eliminate the possibility of Sulfur Bacteria. General Sulfur can be removed easily with Aeration or Filox media oxidation. Sulfur Bacteria, however, is very resistant and requires continuous Chlorination.

The following are a few signs of each:

General Sulfur – the smell is the same on both the hot and cold water sides. The smell is slight and comes and goes from time to time.

Sulfur Bacteria – The smell is more prominent on the hot water side. The smell is very strong all of the time. There is a black slimy film anywhere water sits for a long period of time — for example in the back of your toilet bowl. Sulfur bacteria can cause stomach problems for some people if ingested on a regular basis.

pH. A neutral pH level is between 6.8 – 7.4

LOW pH is considered acid water. Acid water can cause damage to pipes and appliances. If you have copper pipes you will see bluish/green stains in your tubes and toilets.

Drinking acid water is not recommended on a continual basis.

HIGH pH is considered alkaline water and there are no know harmful effects of alkaline water to date. In fact, recent research indicates there are some significant health advantages of alkaline water.

Hard Water. Hard water is an abundance of minerals including calcium, magnesium and can contain lime. The presence of hard water presents itself in the form of a off white hard scale build up on tubs, toilets, and other water fixtures throughout your home. This scale build up can shorten the life of your water heaters, washing machines, dishwashers, faucets, pipes, and any other water using devices in your home.

Tannins. These are astringent, bitter plant polyphenol. The astringency from the tannins will cause a dry and puckery feeling in the mouth following the consumption. When Tannins are present in your water you will see a tea like color to the water and they leave yellowish stains in your tubs, toilets, and water fixtures.

The great news is you don’t have to live with these secondary contaminates, there are treatment options available for all of them. At PuriTec, we have systems that are designed to treat several issues all in one application. Some situations may require more specific treatment and we can build a specialty application just for you.

It is highly recommended that you have the water tested to determine what is present and to know the level of each secondary contaminant. Having these results will ensure that you choose the correct treatment solution. Getting it right the first time saves money and frustration.

Jason Smedly writes about whole house water filtration and well water treatment.

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Culligan FM-15RA Level 3 Faucet Filter Replacement Cartridge $9.05 …

Keurig B40 Elite Brewing System $85.50 The Elite Brewing System is Keurig’s gourmet home brewing made affordable. The Elite Brewing System, the most affordably priced Keurig kitchen brewing system, offers K-Cup® coffee, tea and hot cocoa brewing as the elite choice to any drip coffee maker. The Elite offers two cup sizes for brewing options with the programmable feature of Auto Off. The 48-ounce removable water reservoir holds up to 6…

Cuisinart DCC-RWF1 Replacement Coffeemaker Water Filters, Set of 2 $3.75 Cuisinart DCC-RWF Coffee Water Filter Replacement…

Chronicle, Vol. 1: The 20 Greatest Hits $5.16 CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL CHRONICLE: 20 GREATEST HITS…

The Last Waltz (Special Edition) $6.99 Martin Scorsese’s 1978 capsule history of the Band is mixed with footage of the group’s allegedly last performance (certainly their last performance as a quintet) in this particularly stylish concert film. Scorsese shoots the players and their sundry guests with the same flair and enthusiasm one can see in the later The Color of Money or Goodfellas. He also proves a good interviewer with Band memb…

O $12.71 Irish troubadour Damien Rice doesn’t so much reinvent the folk genre on this lush, impossibly mature debut album as push its boundaries in several compelling musical directions at once–all the more remarkable considering the album was largely self-produced and home-recorded. His songs revolve around familiar, bittersweet concerns of life, love, and their attendant frustrations, but delivered with…

Walking With Jesus: 6 Animated Stories From the World’s Greatest Book – Stories to Remember with Marcus, Mandy and the Entertaining Wiser Family Puppets (The Night Before Christmas, The Big Test, Look Out Pigs, Touching Jesus, Water Walking, & Words (Kids International) $2.98 This video contains 6 stories: 1. “The Night Before Christmas” – Mary and Joseph come to Bethlehem but find no room. They go to a stable for the night. There the baby Jesus is born. Angels announce His birth to the shepherds. Jesus was God’s best gift to men. 2. “The Big Test” – John the Baptist preaches and baptizes. Jesus is baptized. He is led into the wilderness. There, Satan tempts Him. Jesus…

IMAX: Under the Sea 3D (Single-Disc Blu-ray 3D/Blu-ray Combo) $19.70 Filmed in IMAX 3D, Under the Sea is a strikingly realistic underwater exploration of the amazing sea life of the coral triangle in Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, and the Great Barrier Reef. Viewers instantaneously become divers, immersed in the coral reefs and floating mere inches away from sea life ranging from cuttlefish to venomous sea snakes, nautiluses, sea dragons, and great white sharks. Narr…

Monsters, Inc. (Two-Disc Collector’s Edition) $21.46 From the Academy Award(R)-winning creators of TOY STORY (2001, Best Animated Short Film, “For the Birds”) comes the computer-animated film that captured the hearts of fans and critics everywhere. MONSTERS, INC., is “visually dazzling, action-packed, and hilarious” (Boston Herald), featuring groundbreaking animation, imaginative storytelling, and unforgettable voice talent. John Goodman stars as th…

Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser $42.50 Easier and more effective than string floss! Healthier gums in just 14 days guaranteed. Removes 99.9% of plaque from treated areas (see side panel for details). Up to 93% more effective than string floss at improving gum health (see side panel for details). Cleans deep between teeth and below the gumline. Six unique tips included. 10 pressure settings – optimum control. In-lid storage – keeps tips…