Learn More About Athens, OH Water
Kinetico Water Systems has been providing water treatment solutions for people in Athens, OH for over 30 years. Residents of Athens get their water from both private wells and city-treated water. The water supply in the city is treated with chemical disinfectants to meet state and federal minimum regulations for contaminants. After it is treated, the water must travel through the water distribution system before it reaches your home for household use.
Why Does Your Water Quality Matter?
When most people think about water quality, they only consider the water they drink and cook with. The fact is that most of the water we use is not consumed, but used for tasks like cleaning dishes, washing clothes and bathing. If your water is not of good quality, you could be harming your water pipes, shortening the lifespan of water-using appliances, and even drying out your hair and skin. To learn more about the quality of your water, schedule a water test.
A local Kinetico water specialist will come to your home to test the water at the source. Once they have the water test results they will explain water treatment solutions to you and how they can improve your life.
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Common Water Problems In Athens OH
These water problems are common to Athens, OH water, but they may not affect your home or business.
Water in Athens comes from the municipal water supplier, The Athens Water Department, and private well water systems. Even if you have city water, your water can still have some level of contaminants. It can also still cause water problems in your home. To learn more about Athens's city water, you can review the 2023 Water Quality Report from The Athens Water Department. In Athens, we most commonly see water problems like hard water, groundwater contamination, and discolored water. If you have these or other water problems, schedule a water test to learn how you can treat your water problems.
Hard Water
When water travels through the ground, it picks up minerals like calcium and magnesium. These minerals dissolve in water and make water hard. Hard water can cause problems for both you and your home. If your water is even slightly hard your water-using appliances can be damaged by scale buildup shortening their lifespan. Hard water also stains sinks and showers and leaves hard water spots on dishes and silverware. It can also affect you. Your skin can dry out when you bathe and wash your hands. Your hair can become dull and brittle, causing it to tangle and become more difficult to manage.
Water hardness is measured in grains per gallon. If your water measures at one grain per gallon of hardness, it is hard. Water 10 grains per gallon or more is considered very hard.
Water Hardness Table
| Grains per Gallon (gpg) | Milligrams per Liter (mg/L) | Water Classification (Water Quality Association) |
| <1.0 | <17.1 | Soft |
| 1 - 3.5 | 17.1 - 60 | Slightly Hard |
| 3.5 - 7.0 | 60 - 120 | Moderately Hard |
| 7.0-10.5 | 120 - 180 | Hard |
| 10.5 + | 180 + | Very Hard |
If you suspect that your water is hard, the best solution for you and other homes in Athens may be a Kinetico Premier Series Water Softener. A water softener replaces the hardness ions in hard water with softer sodium ions. You will see and feel the benefits of soft water for you and your home. Learn more about how water softeners work and the benefits of soft water.
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Discolored Water
Discolored tap water can occur for several reasons, often related to changes in the water system or the presence of naturally occurring minerals. One common cause is the disturbance of sediment in water mains during events like pipe repairs, construction, or sudden changes in water flow. Due to the aging infrastructure in Athens, especially during winter months, old water lines can rupture, causing sediments to enter. These sediments can include harmless particles like iron or manganese, which give the water a brown, yellow, or reddish tint. In other cases, corrosion in older pipes can release rust into the water supply, leading to discoloration. While discoloration is usually temporary and not harmful, it can be alarming for residents. The issues associated with discolored water go beyond its unpleasant appearance. Even though it is often safe to drink, the water may stain clothing during laundry or leave residues in sinks, tubs, and toilets.
Kinetico has several water treatment solutions to help with stains caused by water. If there is iron in your water causing reddish-orange stains, we have iron filters to get rid of them. If your stains are scale buildup and hard water spots, a Premier Series Water Softener is the solution to your water problems.
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Groundwater Contamination
Groundwater contamination occurs when harmful substances seep into the soil and reach underground aquifers, which supply water to public wells. Sources of contamination include agricultural runoff, leaking underground storage tanks, septic system failures, and improper disposal of industrial or household chemicals. Fertilizers and pesticides used on farms can leach through the soil, while older fuel tanks may corrode and release toxins like benzene into the water. Natural elements such as arsenic or radon can also dissolve into groundwater from surrounding rocks. Since groundwater moves slowly, contaminants can remain in the water supply for years, challenging detection and cleanup.
If you suspect that your water could be contaminated, the best solution for you and other homes in Athens may be a Kinetico K5 Drinking Water Station With VOC Guard. Our flagship reverse osmosis system uses a semi-permeable membrane to remove contaminants, along with a variety of filters that tailor the unit to your families water needs. Learn more about the Kinetico K5 here.
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