The Importance of Water Quality Testing for Hydronic Systems
Water is the lifeblood of hydronic systems. Its chemical characteristics can make the difference between a system that lasts for decades and one that develops expensive corrosion issues within months of startup. Pure water consists of only hydrogen and oxygen. It is colorless, tasteless, and odorless. Unfortunately, “pure” water does not exist in nature. Because water is the universal solvent, water from springs, wells, and even municipal mains contains dissolved minerals such as calcium and magnesium; sediment such as fine silica sand or organic particles; and dissolved gases such as oxygen, carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulfide. Some water sources also contain microorganisms such as bacteria or algae. There can be wide variations in these impurities from one water source to another. The water used by your commercial property contains many impurities that can have a negative effect on your hydronic system. At Quality Plumbing & Heating, Inc., we recommend improving the … Continued
