taylor@experiencefresh.com, Author at CSWR

Understanding Boil Water Advisories

Have you ever received a “Boil Water” advisory but were unsure about what – if any action – to take? First of all, if you get a Boil Water advisory there is no need to panic. You do, however, need to take some precautions with how you handle the water in your home, in order…

Summertime Water-Saving Tips

Summer is a time for fun in the sun and enjoying the great outdoors. It’s also a time when water usage tends to skyrocket. With the rising temperatures, it’s more important than ever to conserve water and use it wisely. Here are some summertime water-saving tips that will help you do just that.

Low-Water & Drought Tolerant Plants

Spring is here and we’re all ready to whip out our gardening tools and add beautiful plants to our yards. However, certain plants can be very high maintenance and could require a lot of care and water. So what do you do if you don’t have a green thumb but want to add some low-maintenance…

What is Hard Water & How to Know if You Have It

The simple definition of hard water is the amount of dissolved calcium and magnesium in the water, so basically, hard water is high in these dissolved minerals. Although water is typically crystal clear it contains minerals and chemicals, and the concentration of certain minerals is what creates “hardness” in water.

How to Prepare for April Showers

Spring brings longer days, warming temperatures, and the return of blooming landscapes. It also signals a shift in weather patterns, with increased rainfall and lingering snowmelt in many areas. Before settling in to enjoy the season, it’s a good time to take a few proactive steps to prepare your home for the added moisture that…

The Importance of Flushing Water Systems

What is Water Main Flushing?Water main flushing is the process of running water through the pipes in our water system as a maintenance measure to prevent the potential build-up of sediment, rust, and naturally occurring microorganisms. This helps ensure that you receive clean and reliable water. Running this water through the pipes at a high…

Three Easy Ways To Test for a Leaky Toilet

A leaky toilet can quietly waste a surprising amount of water every day. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, household leaks are responsible for nearly 1 trillion gallons of water wasted annually. Just one leaking toilet can lose as much as 300 gallons each day — often without anyone noticing until water pressure or supply…

What To Do If Your Pipes Burst

Have you ever put an unopened bottle of water in the freezer? As water freezes, it becomes ice, which expands until it cracks the plastic. When the ice thaws again, the water will run out of the holes of the broken bottle.

How To Avoid Sewer Clogs from Fat, Oil and Grease

Whether you cook at home or eat out at a restaurant, every kitchen uses fats and oils to give food richness, flavor and moisture. What happens to the fat, oil and grease once the meal is over? When they get poured down the drain, fats, oils and grease cool down, turn solid and clog the…