Clinton Township Newsletter

5 J a n u a r y 2 0 1 8 www.MSIPlumbingAndRemodeling.com 1109 Route 31 South, Lebanon New Jersey Licensed | Master Plumber #8722 908.735.4438 your remodel 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 Get an amazing workout in 20 minutes once a week – the fastest, most effective way to increase muscle strength and build muscle mass. Enlightened Exercise SuperSlow ® Strength Training 20% OFF ANY PACKAGE For New Clients Only C U S T O M PA I N T F I N I S H Transformations for Your Cabinetry & Furniture • D E S I G N 9 0 8 . 8 3 2 . 6 0 3 2 T E W K S B U R Y o n e r o A d t r I P . t w o s t o r I e s . o n e t e r r I F y I n G s e C r e t . o r d e r d A n k r z y z k o w s k I ' s L A t e s t B o o k C r i t i C a l M a s s t o d A y ! Local Author Dan Krzyzkowski was educated in the Clinton Township school system and at Lafayette College, where he earned a degree in psychology. He is the author of the novels The Caller and One- Lane Bridge. In addition to writing, Mr. Krzyzkowski is a full-time mail carrier for the town of Annandale. Book clubs can request an appearance by contacting the author at: dkrzyzkowski@hotmail.com. Available through all booksellers. 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. m u s I C m I n I s t r y C o n C e r t A t o u r L A d y o F L o u r d e s C h u r C h I n w h I t e h o u s e s t A t I o n On Sunday, January 28 at 3:30 pm, the Music Ministry of Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 390 Route 523 in Whitehouse Station, will present a concert of sacred music under the direction of James Cole. The Adult Choir, Youth Choir, Children's Choir, Handbell Choir and Chamber Orchestra will perform a program of music from across the liturgical year. There will be a free-will offering to benefit the Music Ministry, and there will be light refreshments after the concert! For more information, call: 908.534.2319. "The bad news is... time flies. The good news is... you're the pilot." — Michael Altshuler, Speaker & Trainer

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