Why Summer is The Season For Water Quality

Summer is right around the corner. For homeowners in central and eastern mass summer is a time of BBQ’s, beach trips and reduced water quality. At Landry Mechanical, proper water treatment and filtration is one of the ways we bring comfort to Massachusetts homeowners. We put together a guide on why summer is the season for water quality.

Harmful Algal Blooms (HAB’s)

What is a Harmful Algal Bloom?

According to NOAA.gov, “Harmful algal blooms, or HABs, occur when colonies of algae — simple plants that live in the sea and freshwater — grow out of control and produce toxic or harmful effects on people, fish, shellfish, marine mammals and birds. The human illnesses caused by HABs, though rare, can be debilitating or even fatal”

Every costal and great lakes state experiences HAB’s including Massachusetts.

How To Remove Harmful Algal Blooms?

Unfortunately, recreational water filters like BRITA filters won’t remove HAB’s from your home’s water supply.

At Landry Mechanical, we recommend a water filtration system that included carbon filtration and UV treatment. A system like this from Landry can keep your home’s water free from harmful algal blooms.

Need a Water Filtration System for your home? “Just Call Landry” We’ll set you up with a brand-new filtration system.

Low Well Water

Hot summer temperatures can cause increased evaporation of well water. Also, water usage tends to increase during the summer season.

This can lead to sediment or other contaminants from the well ending up in your drinking water at home.

How To Prevent Low Well Water

Conservation is the best approach to keeping well water levels high. Consider watering lawns during cooler times, take shorter showers, or consider installing water saving plumbing fixtures.

Interested in water saving plumbing fixtures? “Just Call Landry” our plumbers can install and repair plumbing devices to protect your well water.

Old Metal Pipes

During hot new England summers, metal pipes can expand leading to cracks and leaks.

Weak pipes are more prone to leeching dangerous heavy metals like copper and lead into your water supply.

Hot temperatures can also speed up the corrosion process in pipes. This also leeches metals into your water.

What To Do About Old Metal Pipes?

Old metal pipes are common in Massachusetts’ homes. The best way to prevent leeching pipes is to “Just Call Landry”. Our plumbing experts can perform a plumbing safety inspection to look for old, leaching pipes.

We can also install a water filtration system to remove metals like copper and iron from your water.

Maintain Outdoor Water Fixtures

Most homeowners don’t think about their spigots and faucets until it’s too late. Outdoor water fixtures like these can harbor bacteria if neglected. I’s best practice to flush these fixtures regularly and replace old hose filters.

Need a new spigot for your home? “Just Call Landry” our plumbing experts can repair and replace spigots to keep your water supply bacteria free this summer.

Conclusion

Summer poses unique challenges for homeowners in central and eastern mass. Good water quality is essential for safe drinking and bathing water in your home. If you’re unsure if your water is safe “Just Call Landry” We’re your local water treatment experts, ready to bring comfort to you this summer!