Acid Neutralizers

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Acid neutralizers (or pH neutralizers) are used to raise the pH of your water. When you have acidic/low pH water, metals like copper and lead from your plumbing system can leach into the water supply in your home. Raising the pH of the acidic water eliminates acidic waters adverse effects. You’ll prevent corrosion your pipes, fixtures, appliances and avoid the negative health effects of drinking acidic water. Non-Backwashing Acid Neutralizers (upflow) have no moving parts and require minimal maintenance. Backwashing Acid Neutralizers (downflow) are used if you have iron or heavy sediment in your water. Call us at 800-460-5810 if you need help choosing the right acid neutralizer system for your home or business. Types of Acid Neutralizers And figuring out the right acid neutralizer for your situation is important. There are two different types of neutralizers: backwashing (or downflow) and non-backwashing (or upflow). There are also two different styles of acid neutralizers (gravel bed and Vortech). Sizing Your Acid Neutralizers After finding the right type and style acid neutralizer that fits your needs, you'll need to size your neutralizer based on your home and situation. Your water usage is the biggest factor for finding the right size neutralizer. The easiest “rule of thumb” way to size your tank is the number of bathrooms in your home. 1-2 Bathrooms: 1.0 cubic foot acid neutralizer 1-2 Bathrooms 1.5 cubic foot acid neutralizer 2-3 Bathrooms - 2.0 cubic foot acid neutralizer 2-4 Bathrooms - 2.5 cubic foot acid neutralizer 2-5 Bathrooms - 3.5 cubic foot acid neutralizer FAQs How do they work? What filter media do you need? How long does the filter media last? The best neutralizer for well water The difference between up-flow & down-flow When should you use a backwashing neutralizer? Gravel vs. Vortech Flow rates of each acid neutralizer When to refill your neutralizer media When to backwash your neutralizer What filter media is right for you What pH range can

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