Friday Feature: Culligan® High Efficiency Water Softeners

One of the best ways to tell if you need a water softener is if you continue to see spots on your glasses. If you are tired of seeing a fogginess all over your dishes, it may be time to start thinking about adding a water softener to your home based water system. The best water quality company at the Lake of the Ozarks is here to about a product that can help solve this problem you are having, the Culligan High Efficiency Water Softeners.

Friday Feature: Culligan® High Efficiency Water Softeners

Benefits of a Culligan® High Efficiency Water Softeners:

• Slashing your salt, water and electricity costs.
• Allowing you to control your softener from anywhere in the house.
• Provide customizable water softness.
• Automatically alerting your Lake of the Ozarks Culligan Man when it’s due for periodic maintenance.
• Let you know how long your salt will last.
• Providing benefits such as shinier hair, brighter clothes and cleaner skin
• Extending the life of all your household appliances by stopping the effects of corrosion

Product Overview:

Hard water is the result of mineral buildup in your city or well water, most commonly from calcium and lime. Hard water can reduce the quality of water in your home and may also be driving up your water bills, cleaning costs and more. The signs of hard water are not always obvious, but can have detrimental effects on your home. Hard water can cause corrosive build of scale from mineral deposits in your pipes. Over time, your pipes can clog, water flow can diminish and water pressure will be reduced. Your local Culligan water expert offers range of water softener products that fits your needs, wallet and for every size of household.

Savings:

The Culligan® High Efficiency Water Softener is the most efficient water softener in the market. You save more on water, salt, and electricity with patented smart technology that makes our high-efficiency water softeners up to 46% more efficient* than other softeners. Not only will you be saving your wallet by reducing water and electricity costs, but you will also be decreasing your home’s environmental footprint.

Intelligence

It is about more than energy efficiency - it's about intelligence. While using up to 50% less salt, the HE lets you know how many days remain until you need to refill it with salt. Our Aqua-Sensor® technology automatically detects changes in your water conditions and makes softening adjustments accordingly. You can even install an optional modem that will tell your Lake of the Ozarks Culligan dealer directly if salt or service is needed.

Ease

Reduce trips to the basement as the Culligan® HE's remote display alerts you to any problems and gives you control over various functions, like activating the electronic bypass valve. And the Dial-a-Softness® control ensures that your water is always just the way you like it, never too soft or too hard.

If you are in need of a water softener you can count on, call your Culligan man at 573-346-5221 today. We are happy to help you with any of your water needs. We have been serving the Lake of the Ozarks for over 4 decades and we are proud to continue to do so.

Culligan Lake of the Ozarks

277 Lower Business Park Road • Linn Creek, MO 65052 • (573) 346-5221

www.CulliganPro.com

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5 Tips for Avoiding Candy Binges this Halloween

Happy Halloween everyone! We want everyone to have a HAPPY, but SAFE Halloween this year. Part of having a Happy Halloween is not going on a bender and losing control with your candy binging. Our quality water company at the Lake of the Ozarks would like to give you a 5 tips you can follow in order to avoid Halloween Candy Binges.

5 Tips for Avoiding Candy Binges this Halloween

1. Stay HYDRATED!

Did you know that drinking water can make you feel more full? This Halloween weekend, drink plenty of water. A general rule of thumb you can follow is either to drink half your bodyweight  in ounces or to try and stick to drinking 8 ounces of water per day. If you have a sweet tooth, however, try drinking hot tea. Hot tea can be a good option when you care craving something sweet.

2. Keep working out.

Here is a good way you can think about it. The more you exercise continuously, the more your body will crave healthier foods and water. Also, if you burn lots of calories, you can feel less guilty about eating a piece of candy because it won't be as bad as if you weren't working out.

3. Keep eating healthy.

Halloween brings the temptation, sweets are everywhere! However, you can still remain healthy. If you are trying to diet, just continue to eat a healthy breakfast, lunch and dinner and have health snacks at the ready. Your co-workers may bring in Halloween treats, so just try to keep some healthy snacks in your desk drawer.

4. Chew gum.

Did you know that chewing sugar free gum can be a low-calorie way of dealing with your sweet cravings? BONUS TIP: Studies also show that chewing gum can lower stress.

5. Try savoring 1 piece of candy per day.

If you are MUST have your candy and after following these tips, you still can't resist your cravings, that's ok. Just exercise the practice of portion control Try limiting yourself to one piece of candy per day, but when you eat it, eat it slowly. Savor it! Eating slowly can actually trick your body into feeling fuller faster.

Stay Hydrated With Culligan!

Water quality and conditions can differ from Camdenton to Versailles and Morgan County to LaClede. With this in mind, Culligan developed the innovative under-sink Culligan Aqua-Cleer®, one of our most advanced filtration systems. Customized to individual homes and offices, experience the enhanced taste and performance of smart filtration that addresses the unique needs of your water type. We have been serving the Lake of the Ozarks quality water since 1975. So whether you are looking for a water softener, a drinking water system, bottled water, salt delivery or even commercial water treatment anywhere in Camden, Miller, Morgan, and LaClede counties-area, give us a call at (573) 719-1314.

Culligan Lake of the Ozarks

277 Lower Business Park Road • Linn Creek, MO 65052 • (573) 346-5221

www.CulliganPro.com

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What Is ACTUALLY In Your Tap Water?

You cook with it, drink it, bathe with it, and clean with it, but when is the last time you took a close look at what is actually in your tap water? In most cases, the water coming out of your tap consists of more than just "water." Your trusted water quality specialists at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to help educate you on the various components that are sometimes found in tap water.

Where Does Tap Water Come From?

Tap water comes from one of two sources: ground water or surface water. Ground water is pulled from deep underground, and surface water is taken from above-ground sources such as lakes, rivers, and ponds. No matter where you water comes from, it should undergo an in-depth cleaning and decontamination process before it ever hits your faucets; however, mistakes can and do happen on occasion. When these mistakes occur, you and your family may be subjected to dangerous chemicals, minerals, and/or other substances.

What Contaminants Are Found In Tap Water?

While it is highly possible that your tap water is safe and contaminant-free, it is also possible that your water could contain harmful substances. Here are a few of the dangerous substances that are sometimes found in tap water:

Copper or Lead
People were largely unaware of the health risks over-exposure to copper and lead posed before the 1970s, and many homes constructed in those times were built with copper pipes and lead joints. Unfortunately, water running through these types of pipes picks up trace minerals, and we now know that consuming these elements can lead to health challenges. People who drink the tap water in these homes may subject their bodies to the dangers these contaminants pose.

Arsenic
Yes, you read that right. Though not incredibly common in our area, arsenic can be found in tap water all across the United States. Arsenic is classified by the International Academy for Research on Cancer as a Category I Carcinogen, which means it will definitely cause cancer in individuals who consume too much of it. There is a strict maximum allowable arsenic content for tap water in the U.S., but unfortunately some states exceed this level on occasion.

Fluoride
Fluoride is a chemical that is known to help prevent tooth decay, but unfortunately is also known to be toxic to both adults and children. Nevertheless, in addition to being used in toothpaste, it is frequently found in tap and bottled water (and even certain baby formulas as well). It is often intentionally added to water to help prevent tooth decay, but the potential health concerns that can arise from consuming too much fluoride may far outweigh the potential benefits it offers.

Chlorine
No matter where you live or what water treatment system you use, chlorine is almost always added to the water as a way of killing and eliminating other bacteria/contaminants. Unfortunately, chlorine in itself is also a contaminant. When consumed in significant quantities, it has been shown to cause serious cell damage. Certain levels of chlorine are considered safe for use in drinking water, but some water suppliers sometimes exceed these limits.

Some people are especially at risk for developing adverse health affects as a result of contaminants in their water. According to WebMD, examples of these individuals include...

• Pregnant women and their fetuses
• People with auto-immune diseases
• Children
• Infants
• People who are undergoing chemotherapy

How Can You Find Out What Is In Your Tap Water?

If you use your home's tap water for drinking and cooking, many experts recommend getting your water tested annually to ensure that it remains free from dangerous contaminants. If you are interested in testing your water quality at the Lake of the Ozarks, contact your local Culligan Man. Our free water analysis is an effective, no-obligation way to learn what is in your water.

How Can You Keep Your Water Safe?

Culligan Lake of the Ozarks offers a variety of ways to help ensure that your home's water remains of the highest quality. We offer drinking water systems, water softeners, water filtration systems, and total home systems to ensure that your water will provide the clean, safe hydration your family needs to survive. If you do not wish to install a new system in your home, we also offer bottled water and bottle-free coolers. To learn more about our drinking water services at the Lake of the Ozarks, visit our website at www.CulliganPro.com or call us at 573-346-5221. We look forward to serving you in any way we can!

Culligan Lake of the Ozarks

277 Lower Business Park Road • Linn Creek, MO 65052 • (573) 346-5221

www.CulliganPro.com

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