Clinton Township Newsletter

4 J a n u a r y 2 0 1 7 www.ClintonTwpNewsletter.com www.MSIPlumbingandRemodeling.com 1109 Route 31 South, Lebanon New Jersey Licensed Master Plumber #8722 908.735.4438 your plumbing experts! Water Conditioning & RO Systems Sewage Ejector Pump Service & Replacement Kitchen Sink & Dishwasher Installation Emergency Sump Pumps Maintained & Installed Battery & Water Backup Sump Pumps Repair & Installation Of Toilets & Faucets Fix And Repair Clogged Fixtures & Drains Gas Piping Design, Repair & Installation Water Pipe Repair & Maintenance Emergency Leak Repair And Automatic Alerts Ice Maker Lines Repaired & Installed Generac Generators Installed & Maintained Full Remodeling Services H A R D WA T E R by Anne Thornton, President, MSI Plumbing & Remodeling Hard water is a very common problem in Hunterdon County. Nationwide, 85% of the country has hard water. Hard water is a result of the dissolved minerals calcium, magnesium and manganese. When these minerals are present you will see the following: • Soap scum in sinks and rings in bathtubs • Spots on dishes or shower doors • Reduced foaming and cleaning abilities of soaps and detergents • Dingy and yellowed clothes with soapy residues that require extra rinsing to remove • Clogged pipes from buildup of minerals • Increased water heating costs from buildup of minerals, reducing efficiency of water heaters • Possible skin infections from bacteria trapped in pores underneath soap scum If you suspect that you have hard water, it can be tested. If you are connected to a public supply, call your water superintendent and ask if the water is hard. If you are on a private supply, have your water tested by an approved testing lab. Water is considered hard when it exceeds 3 grains per gallon (GPG). If your water turns out to be above 3 grains per gallon, it is time to research what water softening options are available to you. The most common way to soften water is through an ion exchange water softener. This system works by exchanging positively charged hardness minerals (calcium and magnesium) with positively charged softness minerals (sodium or potassium) on a resin surface that is regenerated. This exchange of minerals softens the water and can extend the life of plumbing systems since there is reduced clogging in the pipes. Residues, including soap scum and spotty dishes should also diminish. For more information about installing water-efficient appliances, remodeling and improving your home, please visit us at our office, give us a call or visit us online. MSI Plumbing & Remodeling, 908.735.4438. www.MSIPlumbingAndRemodeling.com. WINTER SALE STARTS JANUARY 16! All merchandise up to 50% off! L i b R A R y N E W J E R s E y M A k E R s D A y i s M A R c H 2 5 , 2 0 1 7 – c A L L f o R E x H i b i T o R s ! Are you an artist? Inventor? Robotics fan? Crafter? Do you enjoy demonstrating your projects and teaching others? Join us at the Hunterdon County Library and share your artistic or techy activity by demonstrating and letting others participate in making. We supply tables, plenty of publicity and an adoring community that will appreciate your involvement! Makers Day 2016 was a huge success - over 650 people attended the one day event. It's a day of interactive, creative inventing, including local artists demonstrating, Lego building, 3D printing, robotic demonstrations and computer coding. The program is open at two locations. To exhibit, contact Sandy, sjanosik@hclibrary.us 908-730-6135 for North County Branch Library (Clinton NJ), or Marianne, msievers@hclibrary.us 609- 773-0032 for South County Branch Library (Lambertville NJ). There is no charge to exhibit. Scout troops, school clubs, community groups, artists and small businesses are welcome to participate. The best projects are interactive making activities. All projects must be approved by the library. This is a statewide event held at more than 100 libraries in New Jersey. Additional information can be found at: www. NJmakersDay.org

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