Hard Water Solutions

True or False: if you rely on a well for your residential or commercial water supply, then hard water is a fact of life. False! While hard water isn't harmful to drink, it does have a host of other drawbacks that you don't have to put up with. Fogle Pump & Supply can test your water, and recommend the right water softener for your system and its end users. Call to schedule a free in-home water analysis!

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The Facts About Hard Water

What is hard water? It's water that contains a higher concentration of minerals than what is considered normal. It is common with well water because water is required to percolate through the bedrock before making its way to your home. Water "hardness" is categorized according to the number of grains per gallon of rock or minerals as follows:

1 to 3.5 grains per gallon = moderate to hard
3.5 to 7 grains per gallon = hard water
7 to 10.5 grains per gallon = very hard water
10.5 grains per gallon and above = extremely hard water

Considering that a family of four consumes about 10,000 gallons of water a month, if they are consuming water at a hardness level of only 7 grains per gallon, that's still a whopping 10 pounds of dissolved rock coming into the home every month!

Hard water makes it more difficult to get things clean including dishes, clothing, floors, countertops, and you. What's more, lime build-up in both electric and gas water heaters makes them work a lot harder than they should, which can ratchet your water heating costs up by 70%.

Investing in a home water softening system can reduce these costs and inconveniences dramatically, and offer the added benefit of stimulating biological action in your septic system, so it works more efficiently as well.

A call to Fogle Pump & Supply in Colville, WA, is the first step to taking control of your water. Make an appointment for your free in-home water analysis today!

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The Telltale Signs of Hard Water

According to the Better Business Bureau, hard water can:
Make you spend extra time cleaning your home
Dry your skin
Cause beverages such as coffee or tea to have less flavor
Cause spotting on plumbing fixtures, glassware, dishes, and silverware
Increase the cost to heat your water
Make washable clothing wear out faster
Drastically shorten the usable life span of all your water-using appliances
Increase soap and cleaning supply requirements by up to 80%

Are you observing any of the following indicators of hard water?

Scaling or water spots on fixtures
Orange, brown, green, or dark staining
Scum or "oily" look to surface water
Unpleasant or metallic tasting water
Rotten egg or sulfur smell
Dry, itchy skin
Water is not clear

Why Conditioned Water is Better

Removing harsh minerals and biological contaminants from your water is beneficial for multiple reasons. Apart from extending the life of your household appliances such as washing machines and dishwashers, it can also save you time and money when used for cleaning purposes. And more importantly, softened water is a lot better for your skin, hair and overall health.

Check Out Our Water Treatment Products

Our water treatment department always makes use of the latest technology and highest quality products in the industry when it comes to water treatment, such us the "Reionator Series Water Conductor" made by Watertec Industries. Here are some additional products we use:

The Reionator™
PURA Ultra Violet Lights
Iron and hydrogen sulfide water filters
Reverse osmosis drinking water systems
Well PRO protector
Water filters and cartridges

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We had a 150 foot well dug and the pump attached for a generator. Fogel was very professional yet still gave that small community feel by their willing to get everything perfect. It seemed they were a little on the expensive side but believe me, you get what you pay for... they were worth every single penny!! There was a few problems with the terrian since our cabin is on a hill and getting their rig to the planned site.. They did so much to give us exactly what we wanted and we are so happy with them. We HIGHLY recommend them
- CheriAnd R.

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I was seeking records for the well on a property we were considering. I'm so grateful I thought to call Fogle. Kathy and Dave were responsive, kind, and helpful - even though I know they were busy. I was impressed by how much time they took to look up records, explain the details, and educate me on wells. They were thorough and easy to understand. They seemed to appreciate all my questions and care as much as I did. I don't know enough but suspect their costs are fair just because Dave told me a couple of things he didn't think I needed to spend money on (so they're not taking advantage of ignorance) and one of the rough estimates they provided was pretty close to my dad's guess (retired from construction). It's empowering being treated so respectfully and learning so much. If we ever need such services, I would definitely call them
- Comfort C

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A top notch operation. Took awhile to get my well drilled as they have been crazy booked. Had it done in January. Despite how nerve racking this process can be, our drill crew was awesome. Austin communicated our progress and gave me an estimate along the way which prompted us to drill further with success at 360 and a great 10gpm well. It’s a gamble, but these guys have the most streamlined outfit in the region. Exceeded my expectations and cost came in fair, if a little high. They just completed our pump system as well and we could not be happier. If you can be patient, these guys will not let you down. Shout out to Greg and his team for the excellent work
- Tyler K.

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The Fogle Family should be proud of their staff. *I recommend 100% for all your well/water needs.

Additionally 2 years ago had a full water treatment system installed in our new home near Colville National Forest. The system is flawless and had met out needs completely.

Lastly, when we had a well issue, their staff came immediately to our home, fixed the issue (switch in the holding tank in ground) and made improvements to existing infrastructure to alienate any future issues (all done within original estimate).

Save money, save time, save water... Save your sanity. Choose Fogle pump the first time
- Jason R.

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If you need a new water well or professional guidance and well service this is the company you want doing the work. I have been a fogle customer for 11 years now. They drilled our well, installed our soft water system and our reverse osmosis drinking water system. We have had lightning strike our well and Fogle was here in less than 24 hours. They are service oriented and have yet to have an unfavorable encounter with any employee. There colville store is well stocked with all your water well needs
- David L.

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These are definitely professionals I recommend this company to anybody who's interested in purchasing a well or needs a pump installed or replace in their well
- Guy F.

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We thought we had run out of water in a low supply well, but Fogle came to look check things out and simply replaced I think it was the pump controller and we were good to go again. Simple fix... thank you
- Charles C.

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I have had work done and they have done great. I even had an issue with power to my barn and thought it was caused by their work. I really hate to eat crow but Dave sent a employee out to verify. I had tested all power but the power outlet in the barn had been tripped and I had tested it but I WAS WRONG, and for this I am truly sorry. I will recommend these guys and I stand corrected. There is a reason why they are the only guys around, they stand behind their work even when questioned
- Bryon M.

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