Do you know what percentage of your own body is made up of water? Well the answer is approximately 70 percent. Everyone knows that water is vital to our survival, but are you aware of some of the other interesting facts about water? Here are some additional water facts that I think you will find interesting:

A new born baby’s body weight is approximately 80 percent water.

A healthy person can consume about three gallons of water a day.

It is recommended that every person drink at least eight cups of water per day. You can obtain your daily water allowance in all different forms- nearly every food or drink item provides some amount of water to the body.

Too much water however can become dangerous. If you drink too much water or drink it too quickly it can lead to a condition known as water intoxication. This occurs when water dilutes the sodium level in the bloodstream and creates an imbalance of water in the brain. Water intoxication occurs more often in athletes during intense athletic activity.

Caffeinated drinks such as coffee, soft drinks, and tea are made up almost entirely of water. Avoid drinking too much of these beverages and the caffeine can act as a mild diuretic which prevents water from reaching vital parts of the body.

Once a person feels thirsty, he or she has already lost over 1 percent of the body’s total water amount.

Improve the health benefit of your drinking water by installing a water filtration system in your home. Call Crystal Clear Water Treatment and request a free in-home water analysis.

We have two locations for your convenience.

Richmond: 2710 Charles City Road, Richmond, Virginia 23231 (804)-254-4555

Fredericksburg: 230 Industrial Boulevard, Suite J, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22408 (540)-786-0393.

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Your hot, you just come in from your yard in July to pour yourself a cold glass of water from your tap. But, have you ever wondered exactly where that water comes from? I’m not referring to your well or your city water system, but I mean where it REALLY comes from.  Did you know that the water we drink is in a constant process of naturally re-cycling?

Water from lakes and rivers, along with moisture from trees and plants is evaporated by the sun and turned into vapor in the atmosphere. It rises and forms into clouds and is then released back into the earth as precipitation in the form of rain, snow, hail and even sleet.

Once the water reaches the earth’s surface it has two possibilities. It will either become surface water or ground water. Surface water runs into rivers and lakes and starts the process again of being evaporated and repeating the water cycle. Ground water is absorbed by the soil and the rocks. So, if you think about it, the water you are drinking has been around for millions of years.

It’s shocking to think that the amount of water on earth today is the same as it was millions of years ago because of the hydro-cycle. The hydro-cycle is never ending as it purifies our water by evaporation (distillation). While this system used to adquately provide plenty of good quality water, with all the modern changes in agriculture and the world’s rise in manufacturing, potentially hazardous materials are constantly being released into our environment and into our water.

If you have any concerns about the quality of your drinking water, call Crystal Clear Water Treatment. We will perform a complimentary in-house water analysis and offer solutions for your water treatment needs.

We have two convenient locations to serve you:

Richmond: (804)-254-4555 located at 2710 Charles City Road, Richmond, VA 23231

Fredericksburg/Northern VA: (540)-786-0393 located at 230 Industrial Drive, Suite J, Fredericksburg, VA 22408

Have you ever really thought about the quality of the air or the quality of the water in your home?  You just breathe the air and it seems fine, and you use the water and it seems fine.  But have ever considered that either or one or both could be contaminated with impurities that could potentially make you sick or at the least not be good for you? Typically, we have all taken for granted these things and we really can’t do that anymore. Contaminants in both our water and our air seem unavoidable. I’m certain that your communities’ water supply meets the EPA Primary Drinking Water Standards, but your drinking water can still contain impurities that exist outside of the control of your city’s water supplier. The air circulating throughout your home becomes contaminated by multiple sources that you can’t prevent.

We do have a solution for you to address both your air and your water. Contact Crystal Clear Water and take control of these important components of your home. We can help you identify problems with your drinking water and recommend a suitable solution for your home environment. Likewise, we will also offer solutions to improve the air quality within your home as well.

Reap the benefits of clean water and clean air in your home. Crystal Clear Water Treatment offers both an in-home water analysis and an in-home air analysis- complimentary of course. Call either one of our convenient offices to schedule an appointment with absolutely no obligation.

To learn more about Crystal Clear Water Treatment, please visit us on the web at www.crystalclearwaterva.com or like us on Facebook.

Fredericksburg: 230 Industrial Drive, Suite J, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22408 (540)-786-0393

Richmond: 2710 Charles City Road, Richmond, Virginia 23231 (804)-254-4555

You turn on the tap and get a glass of water. It seems fine. But have you ever wondered if your water was safe to drink? Stories are constantly being heard on the news about contaminated water sources and unknown dangers of household drinking water. Look for yourself on the web for stories about unsafe water/water quality. Whether you have a private well or your water comes from a regulated public source, your drinking water can still contain contaminants and impurities.

Have you ever considered the condition of your own water pipes? Many people don’t realize that in addition to water being contaminated at the source, water travels in some cases a long way from its source through  a series of pipes that support an area through to your own pipes before entering your home and contamination can occur along this route. As water circulates through your pipes, unwanted chemicals, minerals and other pollutants are often picked up by the water as it travels leaving your water contaminanted.  In some cases, you may notice an unpleasant odor and even a bitter taste, but not always.

Identifying these potential problems is not easy to determine on your own since many of the problems are not always visible. If you have any concerns or are even just curious about the quality of your family’s water quality, please contact Crystal Clear Water Treatment for a free in-home analysis. Yes, it is free with absolutely no obligation. If you ever looked at a glass of water poured from your tap and wondered what all was in it, we can test it and tell you. Within approximately 15 minutes, we can test your water, and provide a solution(s) to correct any existing problems you may have. We will identify contaminants in your home’s water and make a recommendation to solve any problems should we find any to ensure the quality of your drinking water.  Just think, if your water quality is good, and there is no need for any treatment, it didn’t cost you a thing and now you have the peace of mind of knowing your water quality is good. So to get it tested, please give us a call to schedule your appointment. We have two locations to serve a greater area.

RICHMOND

2710 Charles City Road

Richmond, Virginia 23231

(804)-254-4555

FREDERICKSBURG

230 Industrial Drive

Fredericksburg, Virginia 22408

(540)-786-0393

It’s a very good feeling when you drink a tall, cold glass of truly clean water, and if you have a water filtration system in your home then you know what I’m talking about. But just as you take care of your home and all of its appliances as well as your car, it is extremely important to maintain your water filtration system to ensure that you continue to drink safe, pure water.

There are two distinct benefits of having your water filtration system serviced regularly. First, it will maximize the system’s functionality. Comparing this to your car, if you continue to operate your car without having regular oil and filter changes, you will experience the car not performing the same and if you never have it serviced, you will ultimately do damage to your car. The very same model applies for your water filtration system. Second, proper maintenance will most definitely lengthen the lifespan of your of your filtration system. At Crystal Clear Water Treatment, we will help you keep your water filtration system working properly as long as you have it maintained at the recommended frequency. The frequency is determined by by a few factors including raw water quality, volume of water consumed, and the type(s) of water problems that exist. The service call includes a one of our service technicians coming to your home or business and will first visually assess the system for any obvious issues and will then proceed to check all of the mechanical parts. Your water will be tested to be sure the system is working properly. This step includes checking all mineral levels and making sure the mineral balance is correct. At this point, the technician will most likely remove saturated mineral and will replace it with fresh mineral. The final step is to place the system in backwash, reset timers, and then test the water again prior to leaving.

This entire process can take from 20 minutes up to 60+ minutes depending on the degree of difficulty in working on the system combined with what all needs to be completed during that particular service call. This is not very long at all to ensure that your water filtration system is filtering your water properly. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your water filtration system, call Crystal Clear Water Treatment. We have two offices to serve you.

Richmond: 2710 Charles City Road, Richmond, VA 23231 (804)-254-4555

Fredericksburg: 230 Industrial Drive, Suite J, Fredericksburg, VA (540)-786-0393

Here is a science lesson for you. Did you know that iron is one of the earth’s most plentiful resources and accounts for at least five percent of the earth’s crust? This fact is why iron is often present in well water which unfortunately can frequently become troublesome when it’s mixed into our water supply.

There are a wide variety of problems that can result when iron is present in the water. From a cosmetic point of view, they can leave ugly brown and orange stains that can ruin clothes, sheets, and towels. These stains can also make sinks, bathtubs, showers, and toliets look dirty. Often, water with trace iron can have a very disagreeable metallic taste.  From a financial perspective, water with trace iron can often drastically shorten the lifespan of household appliances which leads to costly repairs and replacement.

There are two forms that can be present in your water, ferrous (soluble) and ferric (insoluble). Both types of iron can pose problems to your home. It is important to clearly identify what type of iron is present to ensure that the proper treatment system is selected for the best results. If you think you have iron in your water supply, an in-home water analysis is the best solution to determine what problems you may have.

Crystal Clear Water Treatment can conduct a free in-home water analysis to identify iron and other possible contaminants in your water. Based on our findings, we can make a recommendation for an effective solution for your home to protect you, your family, and your appliances.