Effective date: September 6, 2026
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2. General information only
Everything on this site is general information about home water treatment equipment. It is written for a general United States audience and cannot account for your specific water chemistry, plumbing, local code or circumstances.
Not professional advice
Nothing on this site is professional plumbing, engineering, construction, legal, financial or medical advice, and no reading of this site creates a professional relationship of any kind. Water Upkeep does not diagnose conditions, does not advise on health risk, and does not recommend, arrange or vouch for contractors or installers. For health questions about your water, consult a physician and your state or local health department. For installation, consult a licensed plumber.
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