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Progress Is Happening — But Your Water Still Finishes at Home
Most people only think about their water when something changes. Coffee tastes slightly different. Ice looks cloudy. A shower feels harsher than usual. Those small shifts are usually what bring attention to something that otherwise runs quietly in the background. The truth is, there has been meaningful progress in water treatment over the past several years. Utilities across the country are replacing aging infrastructure, upgrading treatment technologies, and expanding monito
Michael Sexsmith
Feb 253 min read
Winter Water
A familiar winter moment In winter, some people notice changes in their coffee, tea and even just hot water might emit a faint smell. These changes in water tend to surface as temperatures drop. While they are typically not dangerous, they serve as signals that the water is different compared to other times of the year. Gaining an understanding of these changes can help distinguish between normal seasonal variations and issues that may require attention. Water doesn’t stay th
Michael Sexsmith
Jan 313 min read
Is it “Good Enough”?
The most common and perfectly natural way people judge water quality is with this simple test: Does it look clear, can I see anything in it, and is it odorless? If the answer is yes, the water is usually assumed to be “good enough.” A few people might go on to ask " Do I think there is anything suspicious about where it came from?" In reality, water quality rarely announces itself through obvious or immediate failures. Most issues with water are not dramatic; they are increme
Michael Sexsmith
Jan 142 min read
Bottled Water: What is it, really?
Good or bad, bottled water is a routine part of daily life for many people. It is sold in nearly ever public area humans frequent, often with little thought given to where it comes from, where it ends up, or how it differs from other drinking water sources. Let's start with what's in the bottle. Bottled Water Sources In the United States, bottled water may originate from several different types of sources. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, these sources incl
Michael Sexsmith
Jan 64 min read
Microplastics in Microbreweries
Contamination Where You’d Least Expect It Perhaps you would expect microplastics in the ocean, maybe even in bottled water — but in your favorite small-batch craft beer? That might catch you off guard. Recent testing shows microplastics are found in microbrews. In fact, a 2025 study found that 95% of U.S. beers — from national brands to neighborhood breweries — contained measurable plastic particles. The surprise isn’t in the beer itself, it’s in the water they use. The Hidde
Michael Sexsmith
Nov 17, 20253 min read
Tankless Reverse Osmosis Systems: Better or Not?
Reverse osmosis systems are known for clean, reliable water — but not all designs are created equal. Traditional RO systems store filtered water in a pressurized tank so it’s ready on demand. Tankless RO systems skip the tank entirely and filter water as you use it. That sounds like a small design change, but it has a big impact on purity, maintenance, and even mold prevention. Why Tanks Are the Weak Link Even in a well-built setup, the storage tank is often the weakest link
Michael Sexsmith
Oct 24, 20254 min read
Florida Springs – Polluted or Not?
A clear-headed look at what’s really happening beneath the surface. If you’ve lived in Florida long enough, you’ve heard the news media...
Michael Sexsmith
Oct 7, 20253 min read
Don’t Panic
Don’t Ignore It Either: A Hitchhiker’s Guide to Forever Chemicals in Your Water It was discovered in August 2025 that residents of Temple...
Michael Sexsmith
Oct 1, 20253 min read
Hate soft water?
You're in the shower, you just finished washing, and something feels off. Your skin is slick, almost slippery, like the soap hasn’t...
Michael Sexsmith
Sep 6, 20254 min read
Trouble in the Bay: Why Scientists Are Keeping Watch on Tampa’s Water
If you live around Tampa Bay, you already know how central the water is to our way of life. The Bay is where we fish, boat, kayak, and...
Michael Sexsmith
Sep 4, 20253 min read
Top 5 Reverse Osmosis Installation Fails
Reverse Osmosis (RO) systems are fantastic for giving you clean, safe water — but only if they’re installed correctly. Copper pipe and...
Michael Sexsmith
Aug 28, 20252 min read
Our Water, Our Responsibility
Water is important. It’s the one resource every single one of us depends on — every sip, every shower, every pot of pasta prepared on the...
Michael Sexsmith
Aug 22, 202510 min read
Fantastic Four versus the Forever Chemicals
Could a real-life “super material” could change water filtration forever? Imagine the 4 facing down their greatest foe yet. No, it’s not...
Michael Sexsmith
Aug 17, 20253 min read
The Tale o’ the Dirty Water
Ahhh… mate, let me tell you how this whole water filtration thing works — in the way it could only be by your dear Captain Ja… errr,...
Michael Sexsmith
Aug 15, 20252 min read
Forever Chemical Rules Delayed: What That Means for Your Water
On May 14, 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that water utilities now have until 2031 — two years longer...
Michael Sexsmith
Aug 12, 20253 min read
Florida’s Fluoride Ban: What It Means for Your Water
On July 1, 2025, Florida became the second state in the U.S. to ban the addition of fluoride and certain other additives from public...
Michael Sexsmith
Aug 9, 20255 min read
Replacement Filters: Cheap versus Certified
What’s the real difference? If you've ever shopped online for water filters, you've probably noticed a wide price range and descriptions...
Michael Sexsmith
Aug 6, 20253 min read
Let's Clear the Water - Regan versus Regan
If you recently heard Michael S. Regan speaking passionately on World Water Day, you might have thought, "Wait, doesn't he own Regan...
Michael Sexsmith
Aug 3, 20252 min read
Changing Water
For most of human history, “water” meant two ingredients: H₂O and a scattering of natural minerals. In the last 100 years we have layered...
Michael Sexsmith
Aug 2, 20253 min read
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