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UV Systems

2/3/2020

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An ultraviolet disinfection system (UV system) is a chemical-free, highly effective method to remove the threat of microbiological contaminants from water (e.g. e. coli, coliform).  
 
How Does UV Disinfection Work?
 
Water flows through a chamber where it is exposed to ultraviolet light. This UV exposure destroys microbes that may be present in the water.  
 
The four main components of a UV system are:

  1. The reactor chamber (houses the UV lamp and sleeve)
  2. The UV lamp (bulb)
  3. The sleeve (protects the UV lamp from the flow of water)
  4. The controller unit/ballast (control for UV system)
 
UV lamps require yearly replacement (just the lamp, not the whole system). At that time, it is also a good idea to check the sleeve for mineral build up or clouding. Since the UV light must shine through the sleeve in order to reach the water, it is important for it to stay clear. The sleeve can be cleaned using a mineral removal product. If the sleeve cannot be fully cleared of build up, it is important to replace it at that time
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Top 5 Reasons for Well Pump Failure

7/15/2019

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Frost Free Outdoor Faucets/Hose Bibs

6/21/2019

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Our (Sulphur) Water Story

4/9/2018

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Is your water hard?

4/3/2018

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Water Cisterns: A Great Way to Augment Your Water Supply

7/21/2016

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Summer: Perfect Timing for a Well Extension!

6/22/2016

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Warm Weather and Well Water

6/14/2016

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Frozen Water Pipes

2/16/2016

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Don't set your house on fire when attempting to defrost frozen water lines! Instead, give us a call for some advice, or to book a service call.

Click on the link below to read about a couple of unfortunate situations:

http://m.thespec.com/news-story/6307756-do-it-yourself-thawing-of-frozen-pipes-causes-two-weekend-fires
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Is Your Tap Water Safe?

11/27/2015

 
As mentioned in previous blog posts, test your well water annually, to be sure it is safe to drink.

Also, if your water is provided to you from a small municipal water system, you might want to consider having it tested. Please see the article that we have linked below.

http://www.nationalpost.com/m/wp/blog.html?b=news.nationalpost.com//news/canada/study-reveals-hidden-dangers-of-tap-water-millions-of-canadians-drinking-from-substandard-sources


For anyone that is concerned about the safety of your drinking water, there are many purifying options for your home, such as:

Reverse Osmosis
Ultraviolet Light
Charcoal Filters


Please contact Ward's Water Pumps & Plumbing for more information about our water treatment options.
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