Hi Kaz,
I trust you are doing well. I came across your web site information and thought I’d pass this water softener and water purifier information along if you think it would be helpful. This information is to help any homeowners interested in protecting their pipes from calcium build up and in providing sterilized water at their kitchen sinks. They can contact me directly – doug@the4browns.com.
WaterKing Water Softeners:
Water-King is a no-salt, electronic water softener that we have tested in Loreto Bay (BCS) in almost 100 homes since November ’08. Here are some of the results:
Shower tiles squeegee off water without dragging.
Milky rings at bottom of glass glasses have significantly disappeared.
Rings around toilet bowls have disappeared.
Detergent in washing machine foams instead of looking murky.
Softer feel on skin.
As you know, softer water will also prevent calcium build up on shower heads and help the preserve the bathroom valves and plumbing parts of the water appliances.
Water-King Water Softener How does it work?
Hard water is caused by Calcium and Magnesium combining into large particles forming Lime scale. This is the white buildup you see on the faucets and shower doors.Saltwater softeners remove these minerals and in the process adds salt to the water. Calcium and Magnesium are actually good for you. They are in all daily vitamins. Salt is not good for you and is hard on your metal fixtures. Water-King sends electromagnetic sound waves through the water and pulverizes the large particles of Lime scale (Calcium and Magnesium) and breaks them into very fine particles like you would find in natural soft water. Therefore you have the benefit of soft water and the good minerals of Calcium and Magnesium without the salt.
The manufacturer offers a 100 day money back guarantee and 5 year warranty. I offer a full refund (less installation cost). Contact: Doug Brown – doug@the4browns.com.
Bill Doyle, owner of The Construction Coach in Loreto Bay reported, “Laurie and I bought one and had it installed in our house in Loreto, and we are astounded at the difference in the quality of the water. These things do work!” You’ll find reports at: http://www.water-king.com/commercial_downloads.htm Find the heading “Product Literature” and click on “Water-King Research Data”. Also visit Waterkingusa.com. The WK2 is recommended for homes fed by aquifer or well water rather than the smaller WK1 unit. No maintenance required.
Trojan UV Water Purifiers with a 5 Micron Water Filter
This water purifier meets another household water need that has worked successfully in Baja. The Trojan water purifier and filter require minimal space under the kitchen sink, and its dedicated spigot provides for drinking water and washing produce. The Trojan Ultra Violet (UV) systems pass the most stringent California testing standards. A significant advantage over reverse osmosis is that costly filters do not need to be changed constantly from sitting idle. The Trojan’s UV lamp can be turned on when you arrive and immediately sterilizes the water, and the lamp can be turned off again to prolong its life during your absence. Details follow:
- www.trojanuvmax Model A with the 5 micron, carbon pre-filter.
- It is a “point of use” installed under the kitchen sink; water is good for drinking and washing food and dishes.
- It comes with a 5 micron, carbon filter. The filter serves to removes sediments and “polishes” the water for better taste and to remove odors.
- We know from previous installs that the UV Max and filter use minimal space and mount well under the sink with out sacrificing the trash receptacles. A spigot is mounted through your sink or counter top.
- * Parts can be supplied to install a line to your refrigerator’s ice-maker so you have purified water for ice.
Maintenance: Change the UV bulb and micron filter about 1x/year if lamp is continually plugged in during the year. Warning lights will prompt you. Replacement bulbs and filters on hand for your replacement convenience.
Best regards, Doug Brown, Trust Home Care, RFC: THC090206GZA
