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Water Softening Articles

How Much Is a Water Softener? Breaking Down the Costs

How Much Is a Water Softener? Breaking Down the Costs

Here’s a look at key variables, from installation to maintenance.

13 min read

How Often Should a Water Softener Regenerate?

How Often Should a Water Softener Regenerate?

Your systems regeneration process will depend on your model, water usage and more. Here’s what to know.

8 min read

How To Replace a Water Softener

How To Replace a Water Softener

Learn the differences between DIY and expert installation when replacing a water softener.

8 min read

Choosing Your Industrial Water Softener

Choosing Your Industrial Water Softener

Here’s what to consider when getting an industrial water softener.

7 min read

What Is the Best Water Softener Salt?

What Is the Best Water Softener Salt?

Here’s a look at all your water softener salt options and how your choice impacts your water.

10 min read

Water Conditioner vs. Water Softener: What’s The Difference?

Water Conditioner vs. Water Softener: What’s The Difference?

Water conditioner vs. water softener? Are they different? Here’s what to know and how to choose the system you need.

9 min read

How Much Is a Water Softener? Breaking Down the Costs

How Much Is a Water Softener? Breaking Down the Costs

Here’s a look at key variables, from installation to maintenance.

13 min read

How Often Should a Water Softener Regenerate?

How Often Should a Water Softener Regenerate?

Your systems regeneration process will depend on your model, water usage and more. Here’s what to know.

8 min read

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Water Testing Articles

A Guide to Iron Water Contamination and Testing

A Guide to Iron Water Contamination and Testing

Iron is commonly present in tap water, but the amount can depend on where your water comes from.

8 min read

TDS Tester Tips (and Why a Water Test is Better)

TDS Tester Tips (and Why a Water Test is Better)

What does TDS stand for, and what does it indicate for your water quality?...

7 min read

A Guide to Chromium Water Contamination and Testing

A Guide to Chromium Water Contamination and Testing

Discover the issues chromium in water can cause and how to fix it.

7 min read

Solutions for Copper in Water

Solutions for Copper in Water

Copper in water can be addressed through a few different methods depending on the source.

8 min read

A Guide to Arsenic Water Contamination and Testing

A Guide to Arsenic Water Contamination and Testing

You don't want arsenic in your water, but the good news is there are solutions.

8 min read

Well Water Testing: Everything You Need to Know

Well Water Testing: Everything You Need to Know

For millions of North American households, a cool drink on a hot summer’s day or a load of sparkling clean...

6 min read

A Guide to Iron Water Contamination and Testing

A Guide to Iron Water Contamination and Testing

Iron is commonly present in tap water, but the amount can depend on where your water comes from.

8 min read

TDS Tester Tips (and Why a Water Test is Better)

TDS Tester Tips (and Why a Water Test is Better)

What does TDS stand for, and what does it indicate for your water quality?...

7 min read

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Reverse Osmosis Articles

5 Tips to Maximize the Benefits of Your Smart RO System

5 Tips to Maximize the Benefits of Your Smart RO System

Make sure you're taking full advantage of everything your smart RO has to offer.

6 min read

Buyer’s Guide 2024: How To Choose The Best Home Reverse Osmosis System

Buyer’s Guide 2024: How To Choose The Best Home Reverse Osmosis System

Our buyer’s guide will help you navigate choosing the best water filtration system.

6 min read

Does Reverse Osmosis Remove PFAS From Drinking Water?

Does Reverse Osmosis Remove PFAS From Drinking Water?

Here’s what you need to know about the relationship between RO and treatment of this forever chemical.

7 min read

Does Reverse Osmosis Remove Fluoride?

Does Reverse Osmosis Remove Fluoride?

Here’s what to know about this water additive and how filtration can help.

6 min read

Causes, Effects and Solutions for Chromium in Water

Causes, Effects and Solutions for Chromium in Water

Here’s how chromium may impact your water supply.

6 min read

How To Remove Chloramine From Water

How To Remove Chloramine From Water

Find out what does and doesn't work to address chloramine in your water.

9 min read

5 Tips to Maximize the Benefits of Your Smart RO System

5 Tips to Maximize the Benefits of Your Smart RO System

Make sure you're taking full advantage of everything your smart RO has to offer.

6 min read

Buyer’s Guide 2024: How To Choose The Best Home Reverse Osmosis System

Buyer’s Guide 2024: How To Choose The Best Home Reverse Osmosis System

Our buyer’s guide will help you navigate choosing the best water filtration system.

6 min read

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Well Water Articles

How Much Does Well Drilling Cost?

How Much Does Well Drilling Cost?

Understand factors that contribute to the cost of a new well - and how to ensure your water quality.

12 min read

Can Well Water Make You Sick?

Can Well Water Make You Sick?

Well water often brings with it a number of questions for homeowners managing it, and one of the most common...

8 min read

Is Well Water Hard or Soft?

Is Well Water Hard or Soft?

Find out if well water is hard or soft and what you can do if you are experiencing hard water...

8 min read

Causes and Solutions for Cloudy Well Water

Causes and Solutions for Cloudy Well Water

Find out what could be causing the problem and how to fix it.

7 min read

Why Is My Well Water Brown? Answers and Solutions

Why Is My Well Water Brown? Answers and Solutions

Is there brown water in your cup? Your well could be to blame. Here are just a few potential causes...

10 min read

Well Water vs. City Water

Well Water vs. City Water

Learn about the differences and similarities between well water and city water.

9 min read

How Much Does Well Drilling Cost?

How Much Does Well Drilling Cost?

Understand factors that contribute to the cost of a new well - and how to ensure your water quality.

12 min read

Can Well Water Make You Sick?

Can Well Water Make You Sick?

Well water often brings with it a number of questions for homeowners managing it, and one of the most common...

8 min read

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Water Safety Articles

What is PFAS Water Testing?

What is PFAS Water Testing?

Here’s how Culligan can answer your home water quality questions with a PFAS test kit.

11 min read

Is There Chlorine in Tap Water?

Is There Chlorine in Tap Water?

Cities and municipalities have chlorinated the public water supply for more than 100 years. This well-researched water treatment solution is...

7 min read

Is There Chlorine in Bottled Water?

Is There Chlorine in Bottled Water?

Learn about possible chlorine levels in single-use bottled water and why tap water may be a more practical choice.

8 min read

How To Avoid Microplastics in Water

How To Avoid Microplastics in Water

Here are our top tips for avoiding microplastics in your drinking water.

7 min read

Does Boiling Water Remove PFAS?

Does Boiling Water Remove PFAS?

What to know about how boiling water affects forever chemicals in your water — and why you should consider filtration...

7 min read

FAQ: Are There PFAS in Bottled Water?

FAQ: Are There PFAS in Bottled Water?

Here’s what to know about how forever chemicals get into your single-serve water bottles.

8 min read

What is PFAS Water Testing?

What is PFAS Water Testing?

Here’s how Culligan can answer your home water quality questions with a PFAS test kit.

11 min read

Is There Chlorine in Tap Water?

Is There Chlorine in Tap Water?

Cities and municipalities have chlorinated the public water supply for more than 100 years. This well-researched water treatment solution is...

7 min read

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Water Dispensing & Delivery Articles

How Much Does Water Delivery Cost Per Month?

How Much Does Water Delivery Cost Per Month?

If you’re interested in learning about the benefits of water delivery, here’s what to know.

10 min read

How Does Culligan Water Delivery Work?

How Does Culligan Water Delivery Work?

We answer the most common questions about our popular bottled water delivery service.

3 min read

Benefits of 5-Gallon Water Delivery

Benefits of 5-Gallon Water Delivery

Sustainability, convenience and great-tasting water are just a few.

5 min read

The Benefits of a Bottleless Water Dispenser in the Office

The Benefits of a Bottleless Water Dispenser in the Office

Need to cut out plastic and stay hydrated at work? Explore a bottleless water dispenser.

6 min read

Bottleless Water Cooler Dispenser vs. Single-Use Bottled Water

Bottleless Water Cooler Dispenser vs. Single-Use Bottled Water

What's the latest office hydration? Explore a new option: the bottleless water cooler.

6 min read

How to Order Culligan Bottled Water Online

How to Order Culligan Bottled Water Online

Get great-tasting Culligan water delivered right to your door in just a few easy steps.

1 min read

How Much Does Water Delivery Cost Per Month?

How Much Does Water Delivery Cost Per Month?

If you’re interested in learning about the benefits of water delivery, here’s what to know.

10 min read

How Does Culligan Water Delivery Work?

How Does Culligan Water Delivery Work?

We answer the most common questions about our popular bottled water delivery service.

3 min read

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Water Filtration Articles

How Professional Drinking Water Filter Installation Works

How Professional Drinking Water Filter Installation Works

Here’s what to expect from the experts.

6 min read

Is There Lead in Bottled Water?

Is There Lead in Bottled Water?

Single-use bottled water is often seen as a convenient, dependable choice, but it’s natural to have questions about what’s actually...

7 min read

Does Reverse Osmosis Remove Microplastics From Drinking Water?

Does Reverse Osmosis Remove Microplastics From Drinking Water?

Here’s what to know to help reduce your exposure to microplastics in drinking water.

7 min read

Filtered Water vs. Tap Water: What’s the Difference?

Filtered Water vs. Tap Water: What’s the Difference?

Here's what to know about filtered water vs. tap water.

9 min read

Water Treatment FAQ: Reverse Osmosis vs. Water Softener

Water Treatment FAQ: Reverse Osmosis vs. Water Softener

Here’s how to select the right kind of water treatment for your needs.

7 min read

Is Bottled Water Filtered? What You Need To Know

Is Bottled Water Filtered? What You Need To Know

Find out how your bottled water compares to water filtered at home.

9 min read

How Professional Drinking Water Filter Installation Works

How Professional Drinking Water Filter Installation Works

Here’s what to expect from the experts.

6 min read

Is There Lead in Bottled Water?

Is There Lead in Bottled Water?

Single-use bottled water is often seen as a convenient, dependable choice, but it’s natural to have questions about what’s actually...

7 min read

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Home & Health Articles

5 Ways to Fight Dry Skin This Winter

5 Ways to Fight Dry Skin This Winter

Soothe your skin till spring with five easy ways to combat winter dryness.

4 min read

10 Recipes for Non-Alcoholic Drinks

10 Recipes for Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Get ready to stir up something tasty with these recipes.

9 min read

How To Heal Cracked Heels With Better Water

How To Heal Cracked Heels With Better Water

Targeting your tap water could be the best solution to healing cracked heels...

7 min read

What Water Do You Use for Formula?

What Water Do You Use for Formula?

What water do you use for formula? Here’s what you need to know.

9 min read

Quiz: How Well Do You Know Your Water?

Quiz: How Well Do You Know Your Water?

Quench your thirst for knowledge with a quick water quiz.

4 min read

Try These Recipes for Homemade Detox Drinks

Try These Recipes for Homemade Detox Drinks

Here are a few recipes that will quench your thirst and support overall well-being...

7 min read

5 Ways to Fight Dry Skin This Winter

5 Ways to Fight Dry Skin This Winter

Soothe your skin till spring with five easy ways to combat winter dryness.

4 min read

10 Recipes for Non-Alcoholic Drinks

10 Recipes for Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Get ready to stir up something tasty with these recipes.

9 min read

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Hard Water Articles

Limescale Causes, Effects and Solutions

Limescale Causes, Effects and Solutions

Learn what causes limescale, how to remove it and how to get rid of it for good.

6 min read

Where To Install Water Softener Systems

Where To Install Water Softener Systems

Explore top recommendations on where to install your water softener from Culligan.

8 min read

How To Tell if You Have Hard Water

How To Tell if You Have Hard Water

Here's why a water test is the safest bet to determine if you have hard water.

10 min read

5 Homemade Bathroom Cleaner Recipes

5 Homemade Bathroom Cleaner Recipes

Learn easy recipes for homemade bathroom cleaner and why better water is always the first ingredient.

7 min read

How To Prevent White Residue on Dishes

How To Prevent White Residue on Dishes

If you’ve noticed white residue on dishes, don’t blame your dishwasher detergent. The culprit is likely hard water — a...

6 min read

Hard Water Solutions for Home Improvement

Hard Water Solutions for Home Improvement

Hard water solutions for home improvement are easier than you think.

6 min read

Limescale Causes, Effects and Solutions

Limescale Causes, Effects and Solutions

Learn what causes limescale, how to remove it and how to get rid of it for good.

6 min read

Where To Install Water Softener Systems

Where To Install Water Softener Systems

Explore top recommendations on where to install your water softener from Culligan.

8 min read

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Sustainability Articles

Why Choose Sustainable Water Bottles?

Why Choose Sustainable Water Bottles?

Skip single-use plastics with an option that's better for the environment and your wallet.

10 min read

Save Our Source: Why Glaciers Matter for our Fresh Water Supply

Save Our Source: Why Glaciers Matter for our Fresh Water Supply

Fresh water is one of our planet’s most valuable resources—essential for drinking, agriculture, industry, and sustaining ecosystems. Yet, despite its...

5 min read

United Center, Chicago Bulls and Chicago Blackhawks Eliminate All Single-Use Plastic Water Bottles with Culligan International

United Center, Chicago Bulls and Chicago Blackhawks Eliminate All Single-Use Plastic Water Bottles with Culligan International

Chicago-based businesses team up to deliver new, more sustainable water experiences.

4 min read

Can You Reuse Water Bottles?

Can You Reuse Water Bottles?

It may not be wise to use those single-use plastic water bottles over and over.

8 min read

Ask Culligan: BPA Water Bottle Meaning

Ask Culligan: BPA Water Bottle Meaning

What is BPA? Is it in your water bottles? Here’s everything you need to know.

7 min read

Plastic Water Bottle Pollution: How You Can Help

Plastic Water Bottle Pollution: How You Can Help

How serious is the plastic water bottle pollution problem? Here’s what you need to know.

8 min read

Why Choose Sustainable Water Bottles?

Why Choose Sustainable Water Bottles?

Skip single-use plastics with an option that's better for the environment and your wallet.

10 min read

Save Our Source: Why Glaciers Matter for our Fresh Water Supply

Save Our Source: Why Glaciers Matter for our Fresh Water Supply

Fresh water is one of our planet’s most valuable resources—essential for drinking, agriculture, industry, and sustaining ecosystems. Yet, despite its...

5 min read

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