Watertech
Water filtration specialists in the Upstate of SC. Sales and service of water filtration equipment.
06/24/2024
Why America’s Water Infrastructure Is Crumbling As the nation’s pipes and treatment plants age, water-main breaks and boil-water advisories are becoming increasingly common. WSJ explains how decades of disinvestment brought the country’s water infrastructure to a tipping point. Photo illustration: Ryan Trefes
EPA Gives Final PFAS Ruling
Last Wednesday the EPA announced that strict nationwide limits have been set on the presence of certain "forever chemicals" in drinking water. The EPA now requires that the levels of two common PFAS types—PFOA and PFOS—must not exceed 4 parts per trillion, while three other types will be capped at 10 parts per trillion in public water supplies. This decision impacts many water treatment systems across the U.S.— between 4,100 and 6,700 of them will need to upgrade their facilities to comply with these new standards. The EPA estimates that 100 million Americans will benefit from this reduced exposure.
We found that the EPA’s own fact sheet was actually super helpful in understanding what this all means. Here are some takeaways:
New Rules
EPA sets limits on five PFAS chemicals: PFOA, PFOS, PFNA, PFHxS, and HFPO-DA (GenX).
Sets a combined Hazard Index for mixtures of PFAS.
Timing
Monitor: Water systems have 3 years to monitor and report PFAS levels.
Treat: Systems exceeding PFAS limits have 5 years to implement treatment solutions.
Notify: Public must be notified if PFAS levels are above the standards.
Financials
Estimated savings from all the health benefits are around $1.5 billion annually, but the costs to do this are also estimated at $1.5 billion annually.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) gives $9 billion to assist communities affected by PFAS.
Another $12 billion available for general drinking water improvements.
A new $1 billion grant program helps small or disadvantaged communities test and treat PFAS.
How to do it
Existing filtration methods like activated carbon, reverse osmosis, and ion exchange can remove PFAS.
Systems can choose the best local solutions, which includes closing contaminated wells.
04/10/2024
FINALLY the EPA sets maximum contaminant levels for forever chemicals. If you want to know how these came into existence and how long they were known to be harmful, watch the movie Dark Waters. Call Watertech to take care of all your purified water needs. 864-288-9843
Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) | US EPA Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) and drinking water
Spring is in the air. OK, that is not all that is in the air. Pollen is an annoyance for many. Keep hydrated and wash that pollen away with purified water. Contact us to make your water better! 864-288-9843
03/30/2024
Please tell me how these chemicals are green.
“Müller says that despite their issues, outright banning all PFAS chemicals and substances is not practical because of their usefulness in not only consumer products, but in green technologies as well.”
Harmful ‘forever chemicals’ removed from water with new electrocatalysis method A novel approach for removing PFAS chemicals from water could lay the foundation for globally scalable remediation techniques.
The crew at Watertech wishes you blessings for the new year!
May you all have a blessed holiday season from Christmas thru New Years! We are taking a well deserved break the 25 th and 26th and then January 1st and 2nd. Rest and enjoy!
With the freezing temps, don’t forget to take care of that plumbing and your filtration systems.
09/15/2023
'Nearly every surface water source in South Carolina has tested positive for “forever chemicals,” according to state environmental officials.'
'And most all drinking water in South Carolina is drawn from surface water, not aquifers.'
It's a good thing we've got you covered!
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Almost all SC surface water bodies contain ‘forever chemicals.’ Many exceed proposed standards | Carolina News and Reporter Almost all SC surface water bodies contain ‘forever chemicals.’ Many exceed proposed standards By Jacob Phillips | Apr 20, 2023 The Congaree River is one of many surface water sources that surpasses the proposed maximum for two dangerous “forever chemicals.” (Photos by Jacob Phillips) Nearly...
07/25/2023
https://www.wyff4.com/article/boil-water-advisory-gaffney-south-carolina/44637459
Boil water advisory issued for parts of Gaffney, South Carolina Some residents in Gaffney are being asked to boil their water before using
07/18/2023
https://www.ewg.org/tapwater/search-results.php?zip5=29607&searchtype=zip
EWG's Tap Water Database: What's in Your Drinking Water? Search Results for EWG's Tap Water Database in
07/15/2023
05/29/2023
People are concerned, more than ever before, about water quality.
https://wqa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Consumer-Opinion-Study-2023_Public.pdf
04/06/2023
Health Officials Delayed Info Linking Fluoride to Brain Harm The release of the National Toxicology Program's review of fluoride's neurotoxicity was blocked by officials and concealed from the public since May 2022.
03/26/2023
State releases list of drinking water systems tainted by forever chemicals in SC - NewsBreak Forever chemicals are pollutants that can make people sick if they are exposed long enough. The state has found these chemicals in dozens of water systems.
03/26/2023
State releases list of drinking water systems tainted by forever chemicals in SC - NewsBreak Forever chemicals are pollutants that can make people sick if they are exposed long enough. The state has found these chemicals in dozens of water systems.
02/24/2023
"It's clean...it's cold... now that's what I call high quality H2O!"
Lena is a water snob. Reverse Osmosis or nothing!
Happy New Year! May 2023 bring many blessings!
12/25/2022
Extreme weather is coming. Make sure your pipes do not freeze. Let faucets drip and open cabinet doors under sinks!
12/16/2022
"In the current study, arsenic and uranium occurred in 70% of spring-sourced samples."
It's nice to know what's in your water. Call us today at 864-288-9843!
https://www.news-medical.net/news/20221216/Is-bottled-water-really-safer.aspx
Is bottled water really safer? A new study looked at over 500 contaminants and indicators of microbial activity in 30 brands of bottled water and found some evidence that this supposition might be unfounded.
Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours!
09/08/2022
https://www.sciencealert.com/forever-chemicals-spread-among-us-by-moving-underground-study-finds
'Forever Chemicals' Spread Among Us by Moving Underground, Study Finds Scientists reviewing over a decade's worth of studies on the fate of notorious pollutants – dubbed 'forever chemicals' for the way they persist in waterways, soils, and sea ice – have unearthed where environmental hotspots of contamination lie.
Have a restful Labor Day! Stay hydrated! We will be taking a well deserved day off.
06/29/2022
Pa. waited more than 2 years to test wells after finding nearby contamination. Now this neighborhood wants answers. Affected homeowners in Benner Township, Centre County, want to know when and how PFAS chemicals got into their water. State officials defend the delay, pointing to “sound scientific practices.”
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Family owned and operated, we want to help you find the best solution to your water problem. As an expert water purification company who is certified through the water quality association with years of knowledge and experience, we've been in business since 1989 and are your local water filter supplier you can count on! Whether you need water softening equipment for your home or business due to mineral buildup in your water, unpleasant odors, or staining in your toilet or tub, give us a call today for your free water test!
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