{"id":451,"date":"2021-09-20T12:05:01","date_gmt":"2021-09-20T12:05:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.www.unitedairtemp.com\/dc-metro-area\/?page_id=451"},"modified":"2026-03-10T16:55:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T16:55:09","slug":"water-treatment","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.unitedairtemp.com\/dc-metro-area\/plumbing\/water-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Water Treatment in Northern Virginia and Washington D.C."},"content":{"rendered":"

You expect cold, clear water to flow out when you turn on the tap. While you can trust your municipal water supplier to provide the community with safe water (or alert you of hazards as they arise), not all tap water is created equal.<\/p>\r\n

Everything from lead contamination to high mineral content to bad-tasting water may have you considering a household water treatment system. United Air Temp can help you weigh your options and install the best one for your needs.<\/p>\r\n

Contact us<\/strong><\/a> for more information about water treatment in the DC metro area.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Water Purifiers vs. Water Softeners<\/h2>\r\n

Water treatment comes in many different forms. The system you choose for your home depends on what contaminants you want to remove. For instance, if safer, better-tasting water is your goal, consider a reverse osmosis water purifier. This process removes impurities and minerals to make your tap water taste more like store-bought bottled water.<\/p>\r\n

On the other hand, a water softener may be best if you’re concerned about hard water buildup on your plumbing fixtures, appliances, dishware, clothes, skin, and hair. Water softeners remove excess calcium and magnesium, “softening” the water and making unsightly hard water stains a thing of the past.<\/p>\r\n

A knowledgeable plumber at United Air Temp is the best resource for helping you find the right system\u2014or combination of systems\u2014to meet your needs.<\/p>\r\n

Contact us<\/strong><\/a> to request a free installation estimate today.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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\n Request Service<\/span>\n Get started by filling out a service request form or by giving us a call.<\/span>\n
\n Schedule Now<\/a>\n <\/i>(202) 796-7990<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\r\n

Benefits of Water Treatment & Purification<\/h2>\r\n

More homeowners in the DC metro area are choosing to install water treatment systems these days. Here are the benefits you can expect from this investment:<\/p>\r\n