Scarborough Water Purification

While we’re extremely blessed to live in a place where safe, potable water is readily accessible, the water that we use for everyday tasks may not be as pure as we would like it to be. It is not uncommon for drinking quality water to have elevated levels of mineral content, trace amounts of chemical compounds, and even a small quantity of dissolved heavy metals. While these are generally in such small amounts that they do not impact your health, they can alter the taste and texture of your water in a way that is unpleasant. Likewise, the added mineral content can cause frustrating limescale to form on your fixtures and appliances, shortening their lifespan and leaving behind a messy residue. 

At Mersey Heating and Air Conditioning, we offer a solution to this frustrating problem: a home water purification system. The systems we install are engineered to remove a large percentage of the common inclusions found in our drinking and tap water, including minerals, metals, chemical compounds, and more. Our skilled plumbers can install water purification systems that are built to last and tackle your water quality problems effectively. We utilize products from a range of renowned manufacturers, and our recommendations come from years of experience, training, and careful testing that allows us to understand and address your specific water quality issues.

For cleaner, better-tasting water, call Mersey Heating and Air Conditioning at (437) 800-3851 today!

What’s In My Scarborough Drinking Water?

What you might find in your drinking water could surprise you. While some inclusions are common and widely known, others continually surprise people, including those who have lived in our local neighbourhoods their entire lives. Canada’s government places extremely strict regulations and testing requirements on municipal water supplies for public safety, but that does not mean that the water that you use every day is free from unwanted inclusions.

It isn’t uncommon for the following to be found in water supplies throughout the GTA:

• Fluoride
• Chlorine
• Heavy metals (arsenic, mercury, lead, cobalt, iron, and more)
• Precious metals (silver, nickel, tungsten, and more)
• Pesticides
• Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
• Mineral content (calcium and magnesium)

In fact, some of these inclusions are so common that we see them in almost every home or business in which we test the water. For example, hard water is an extremely common water condition where your water contains high levels of mineral content. This often leads to dry skin, stiff-feeling hair, and water spots on dishes. A water purification system can help mitigate hard water symptoms.

Are Minerals in Drinking Water Bad for You?

This is a common question we receive from people who are concerned when we tell them they have hard water. First, we should clarify this: minerals in drinking water are not necessarily bad for you, and in fact, a certain amount of mineral content is actually good for your health. For those who need a steady supplement of calcium but aren’t able to handle dairy foods, the mineral content in water may be a key part of their diet.

However, too much mineral content can change the taste and texture of your water in ways that are not pleasant, and excessive mineral content can leave behind frustrating limescale residue on dishes, fixtures, and appliances. For this reason, we do tend to recommend a filtration system in areas with particularly hard water.

Do I Need a Water Filtration System?

As we stated previously, the Scarborough area’s water supply is generally considered clean and safe for consumption and other everyday uses. However, if you find that you would like your water to be a little extra pure, or if you would like a little bit of additional security and water supply protection, then we strongly recommend installing a water purification system.

Likewise, if your property depends on a well, we highly recommend installing a water purification system. Well water can contain high quantities of certain substances or materials, and these can vary based on your property’s location, the condition of the soil the well is dug into, and so much more. We strongly recommend having your water quality tested regularly and utilizing a water purification system to protect and maintain your well water quality!

Learn more about installing a water purification system by contacting Mersey Heating and Air Conditioning today! Use our online contact form or call (437) 800-3851.