Iron in my water? No thank you.

By Culligan Man | Published: June 13, 2013

A lot of people like to pump iron. Doesn’t hurt to head to the gym and pump some iron once in a while, right?. But what about your water? Is the water in your home pumping iron, too?

Hopefully not.

Hard water is the most common water problem today, but excessive levels of iron are a close second. If there’s a metallic taste to your drinking water, iron may be the culprit. Does your water have an orange or yellow hue? What about your fixtures and clothing? Does your water leave reddish stains on them? Iron, iron, iron.

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Clean water doesn’t taste anything but refreshing. Clean water comes in one color — clear. And clean water doesn’t stain anything.

Dissolved iron in your water can leave those pesky red or brown deposits on everything, and nobody wants that. Thankfully your Culligan Man can help. Iron problems exist in a few forms, which may require different water treatment for its removal. Give us a call. We can recommend the right Culligan system for your household’s iron removal needs.

Got questions? Contact us. Want to know more? Connect with us. 

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Don’t Second Guess Your Well Water

By Culligan Man | Published: June 6, 2013

iStock_000013086011SmallIt’s never a bad time to think about your well water. In fact, if you’re the owner of a private well, be mindful. Did you know the 1974 Safe Drinking Water Act that regulates all drinking water systems may not apply to your well? Nope. It doesn’t apply to wells serving less than 25 people. You’re on your own there, so it’s important to find out what’s in your well water.

Make sure you regularly check your well for contamination. Well water can be susceptible to some pretty unfriendly contaminants. Arsenic. Fertilizer. Pesticides. Nitrates. Trust us, it’s nothing you want to drink. So call your local Culligan Man for a water test.

That danger of well water contamination is reiterated on the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) website:  “Unlike public drinking water systems serving many people, [private wells] do not have experts regularly checking the water’s source and its quality before it is sent to the tap. These households must take special precautions to ensure the protection and maintenance of their drinking water supplies.

Check out some facts about your drinking water, well water owners:

  • Bacterial contamination may provide the greatest threat to private well users.
    • Ultraviolet sterilizers and chlorine treatments are examples of proven techniques used to fight contaminants such as E. coli.
  • Nitrates are a very common issue, and should be tested for regularly.
  • With no taste or smell, nitrates can have adverse health effects if unchecked in your water. Infants, for example, cannot safely absorb nitrates because their stomach acid is not strong enough to convert it.

Are you ready to test your well water yet? Invest in a test! Your local Culligan Man can help.

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Throwback Thursday!

By Culligan Man | Published: May 30, 2013

We’re gonna dive into the Culligan history book today. Who’s coming along?

This photo of Howard Easton was taken in West Union, Iowa, in 1962, the same year he bought the city’s Culligan franchise. How’s that for a Throwback Thursday? More than 50 years later, his grandson RJ is in the Culligan business, too!

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Got a question for your Culligan Man? Find him. Or head on over and “like” us on Facebook.

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Help When Help is Needed

By Culligan Man | Published: May 23, 2013

The devastation that occurred along the path of Monday’s tornado in Moore, Oklahoma is unimaginable. It’s easy to feel powerless in the face of Mother Nature at her worst. But in the last week, Culligan has teamed up with Convoy of Hope to bring water to the areas affected by the storm.

Since Convoy of Hope was founded in 1994, it has served more than 55 million people throughout the world through international children’s feeding initiatives, community outreaches, disaster response and partner resourcing. The victims of the tornado in Oklahoma became the latest on that long list. The first truckload of Culligan water was delivered to Moore, Oklahoma Monday night along with food and other supplies.

While Culligan does its part to offer relief, find out what you can do to help, too.

In the meantime, you can assure that the hearts of the Culligan men and women around the country are right there in Moore.

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Exercising in hot weather? Drink up!

By Culligan Man | Published: May 16, 2013

girl spraying waterIt seemed like it would never come, but May is here, and with that — warm weather. A long summer lies ahead, and for those of you who stay active outdoors, water should always be close at hand. Or in your hand. Whatever works. 

Did you know that once you’re thirsty while exercising, you’re already 3 percent dehydrated? According to this article in Good Housekeeping, in order to keep ahead of that thirst, you should drink two to three cups of water a few hours before you exercise, and one cup every 20 to 30 minutes while exercising.

One thing that gets people in trouble, says Men’s Health, is that thirst is usually not the first sign of dehydration. Instead, it’s fatigue. So by the time we’re thirsty, it’s definitely too late. “Thirst lags behind dehydration, so up to a point, we tend to forgo drinking when we need it most,” the article says. It continues:

There are other symptoms to beware of: fatigue, headache, muscle aches and cramps, anxiety, nausea, diarrhea, lack of concentration, tunnel vision and more. Any combination of these means it’s time to slow down and start drinking. The consequences of not doing so can be dire.

Dehydration can be and is very serious, but with the proper precautions, you can safely continue to enjoy your exercise outdoors as the weather warms up. So what can you do?

For starters, carry water with you, if you’re out for a walk or run. Even if you’re out playing a game of softball or throwing around a frisbee — have a cooler or water bottle readily available. And like both Good Housekeeping and Men’s Health recommend — keep ahead of your thirst.

Here’s what else Good Housekeeping recommends:

Eat often. If you’re going to work out, snack throughout the day on lettuce, carrots, grapefruit, and apples — all great hot-weather picks because they’re naturally filled with water.

Avoid high-heat hours. Hit the streets before 10 a.m. and after 3 p.m.

Slather on sunscreen every two hours. SPF 30 or higher is recommended. Burns aren’t just bad for your complexion; they also raise your body temperature.

To keep yourself hydrated with clean, delicious Culligan water this summer, get a hold of your local Culligan Man and discuss your options! Meanwhile, join us on Facebook for more Drinking Water Month chatter this month!

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Why do YOU love to drink water?

By Culligan Man | Published: May 9, 2013

We took to Facebook this week and asked our friends from around the country to fill in the blank:

“I love to drink water because _____.”

There are a lot of enthusiastic water drinkers out there! You make all of us at H2pointO Headquarters proud. So we thought we’d share a few of your great responses, and then tell you why we love to drink water, too. It is Drinking Water Month, after all.

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Without further ado, these are some of the reasons why our Facebook fans love to drink water:

“It flushes my system keeping me hydrated and healthier!” Sometimes it just feels good to drink water, right?

“Tastes great and feels good!” We do have to agree here — we love the taste, too. Fresh!

“I will die with out it.” He makes a very valid point.

“It’s the only “no guilt” drink!” We certainly don’t feel guilty after drinking a cold glass of water.

“It’s the ONLY thing that quenches my thirst!” Well, we don’t want to deny you your one true thirst quencher!

“I’m thirsty.” Us, too. Seems like a reasonable reason to love drinking water.

“YOLO” It’s true, you do only live once. And if we take into account the comment above, we won’t live very long without water.

“It gives me energy/spark…and acts as a cleanser!” Clean and energized! We like it.

“It plumps my skin up so I don’t look like a dried up old prune. Miracle!” Ladies and gentlemen, we have a miracle!

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We loved to read your comments, you guys. Water is great for us in so many ways. In fact, did you know that keeping hydrated can lead to a glowing complexion? Feel good and look good? Sounds good to us. But that’s not the only benefit to drinking plenty of water. Check these out:

  • A person can live for about a month without food, but only about a week without water.
  • Water leads to increased energy levels.
  • Water aids in the digestion process and prevents constipation.
  • Water leads to overall greater health by flushing out wastes and bacteria that can cause disease.
  • For a majority of sufferers, drinking water can significantly reduce joint and/or back pain.

Pretty awesome, huh? So give your Culligan Man a shout, and find out how he can help with your water needs, not only during Drinking Water Month, but every month.

 

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May is Drinking Water Month

By Culligan Man | Published: May 2, 2013

Cheers!Just like that it’s May again, and Drinking Water Month is here!

For a fifth year, Culligan is proud to help sponsor the Drinking Water Month initiative. We all know how important water is to your health and lifestyle. And we’re here to help you have the best possible drinking water.

As we kick off the month, challenge yourself to drink more water. If remembering to head to the kitchen to grab another glass of water isn’t your cup of tea, there are quite a few sneaky and fun ways in this article from the Huffington Post to assure you’re hydrating enough every day:

  • Add fresh fruit or vegetables to your water for a kick of flavor.
  • Skip the soda and grab a glass of water instead.
  • Drink two glasses of water before your meal. Curb your hunger and hydrate!
  • Keep water at your desk to sip throughout the work day.

We’ll keep you in the loop all month to make sure you’re on track and aware of just how many benefits there are to drinking plenty of water. And do yourself a favor — call your Culligan Man to find out your drinking water options. Maybe a Culligan RO System is best for you. Or a bottle-free cooler. You’ve got options!

Raise your glass of water and let’s toast to our health and hydration!

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Bringing efficiency to your water softening

By Culligan Man | Published: April 26, 2013

Culligan HEWater softening has come a long way since Emmett Culligan founded Culligan in 1936. Next time you see your Culligan Man, ask him about the Culligan HE and find out. Though, I suppose we can save you the time and tell you a little bit about it here. Then you can just tell the Culligan Man you want the Culligan HE.

The “HE,” if you haven’t figured it out already, stands for “high-efficiency.” In fact, compared to a time clock regeneration softener, a Culligan HE system uses up to 46 percent less water, salt and energy. It’s always nice to be a little kinder to Mother Earth, isn’t it? Not to mention the money savings.

The softener is also pretty smart. It will actually let you know how many days are left before you have to refill the salt, and has a sensor that detects changes in your water conditions and makes softening adjustments accordingly.

There’s plenty to learn and know about the HE, but contact your Culligan Man to find out the options in your area.

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“…seen most often where there’s water to soften.”

By Culligan Man | Published: April 18, 2013

We wanted to share a throwback ad with you today. Anyone remember this one? Do you suppose anyone’s still washing dolls with their Culligan water? We got a kick out of this vintage ad, but that’s a pretty clever tagline:

“Culligan… seen most often where there’s water to soften!”

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All dolls prefer soft water.

Who can blame them? The sheer, silken luxury of bathing in soft water is enough to win anyone over. Housework is almost a pleasure, china and glassware get a daily beauty treatment. You clothes come whiter and wear longer. Imagine the joys of a life with soft water. Then call your Culligan man. You’ll no longer have to make believe.

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Food for thought.

By Culligan Man | Published: April 11, 2013

Do you worry about the food you put in your body, typically reaching for the organic produce at the grocery store? Do you put as much thought into the water you put into your body?

We’d argue that you should.

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Do you choose organic?

People tend to choose organic to avoid the consumption of pesticides and  chemicals and who knows what else. Well, that’s the same reason people choose filtered water, too. If you take that beautiful organic produce home, then rinse it under the tap water, you could very well be exposing those fruits and veggies to the very contaminants you were hoping to avoid in the first place. Pesticides, through runoff, can sometimes find themselves in streams and groundwater, and eventually into your tap water.

Pretty gross, and concerning.

Although it’s been reported by the United States Geological Society that pesticides are rarely at concentrations likely to affect humans, do you want to risk your produce or your water even a little? We don’t.

Talk to your Culligan Man about your water filtration options. We’ve got a solution for you.

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