Are Water Softeners Environmentally Friendly?
Many people want the benefits of soft water in their home, like softer skin and hair, longer lasting appliances, fixtures that are free of scale build up, shiny spot free dishes and laundry that stays bright and holds it’s color longer, but are concerned about the environmental effects of a water softener. In reality, a water softener just may be the greenest appliance you can purchase for your home. A properly functioning water conditioning system will significantly reduce the amount of harmful chemicals added to the environment from dish washing, laundry and other cleaning products, especially chemicals like jet dry and fabric softeners which are very high in phosphates. Soft water will increase the life expectancy of your appliances, often doubling their use able life span, saving our landfills. Your water heaters will also be free from scale build up which will reduce the amount of energy they use by 17-20%. Kinetico Incorporated has long been recognized as the leader in manufactur
