Archives for November 2018

WHAT IS SILICA? Silica is a collective term that encompasses all reactive and inert forms of the chemically resistant dioxide SiO2 of silicon or silicates.  It is formed from silicon and oxygen in combination with one or more minerals or metals.  Read more

Coliform bacteria are a common contaminant in water wells across the country, and are classified under primary drinking water standards as established by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).  Coliform bacteria is a term to describe a large Read more

WHAT ARE TANNINS? Most people expect their drinking water to be safe and colorless.  Some water sources, however, appear to have a yellow or brown color to them that does not settle out, like that from iron discoloration.  At times, the color may Read more