Is Your Tap Water Safe? The Top 5 Contaminants in Local Water and How to Treat Them

The Myth of "Clear" Water

Your water may look perfectly clear, but that is no guarantee of purity. The most common issues in local water supplies—especially from boreholes—are often odourless and invisible. Protecting your family’s health and your appliances requires testing and the right water treatment solution.

Top 5 Water Contaminants We Treat:

1. Bacteria and Viruses: The most significant health risk. Often found in shallow wells or water sources near septic systems.

   • The Solution: We install UV purification systems or effective chlorination units to safely eliminate harmful pathogens.

2. Excessive Iron and Manganese: Causes red, brown, or black staining on laundry, fixtures, and dishes. It also gives the water a metallic taste.

   • The Solution: Specialized oxidation and filtration systems are necessary to precipitate and filter out these heavy minerals.

3. Hard Water (Calcium and Magnesium): While not a health threat, these minerals cause scale buildup in kettles, water heaters, and pipes, reducing appliance life and efficiency.

   • The Solution: Professional Water Softeners are installed to remove the hardening minerals, protecting your home’s plumbing system.

4. Sediment and Turbidity: Causes cloudiness and often consists of sand, clay, and silt. It can damage pumps and filter membranes.

   • The Solution: Installing pre-filters and sediment filters to ensure water clarity before it reaches treatment units.

5. Chemicals and Odors (e.g., Sulphur): Can give water a "rotten egg" smell.

   • The Solution: Activated Carbon Filtration is highly effective at removing chlorine, bad tastes, and chemical odors.

Start with a Simple Test

Before investing in any system, you need to know what you are fighting. Usimiri General Ventures offers professional Water Quality Testing and Analysis. We assess your water profile and design a custom, advanced treatment system that guarantees clean, safe, and great-tasting water for your home or business.

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