Simple and effective nitrate solutions by local Problem Water Specialists
- Free nitrate testing
- Simple treatment solutions
- Monthly equipment rentals
Nitrate may cause health problems if present in public or private water supplies in amounts greater than the drinking water standard set by EPA. Our Problem Water Specialists can diagnose and solve your nitrate problem using simple, effective, and affordable treatment methods.
How will nitrate be removed from my drinking water?
These treatment method(s) have proven to be effective for removing nitrate to below 10 mg/L or 10 ppm:
- ion exchange
- reverse osmosis
- electrodialysis
Yakima Water Solutions offers a wide range of solutions for your whole home and point of use applications. Nitrates in your drinking water is a serious issue and we believe affordable treatment options should be available to everyone.
What is nitrate?
Nitrates and nitrites are nitrogen-oxygen chemical units which combine with various organic and inorganic compounds.
What are nitrate’s health effects?
Infants below six months who drink water containing nitrate in excess of the maximum contaminant level (MCL) could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue baby syndrome.
How does nitrate get into my drinking water?
The major sources of nitrates in drinking water are runoff from fertilizer use, leaking from septic tanks, sewage, and erosion of natural deposits.
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