Including filter system and high-performance Radium filter.
Radium is a naturally occurring radioactive metal that can enter groundwater and sometimes appears in household tap water; it’s not detectable by taste, smell, or sight, so testing is the only reliable way to know what’s in your pipes. Lab reports and utility notices may list it as radium-226 or radium-228. Westchester homeowners who want protection beyond a single faucet often choose treatments that safeguard every tap in the house.
Because radium leaches from certain rock and soil types, its presence depends on local geology rather than daily use; in Miami-Dade County’s limestone-fed water, minerals and hardness commonly travel together even when water appears clear. If you’re worried about long-term exposure in a Westchester home, treating water at the point it enters the property ensures the whole plumbing system — from showers to kitchen taps — receives the same level of protection.
An ion exchange water softener is often the most effective single-filter choice for whole-house radium reduction. These systems use resin beads that exchange sodium or potassium for dissolved minerals, and radium-226 and radium-228 can be removed in the same process. Installed on the main service line, an ion exchange softener treats all incoming water, making it a practical option for Westchester homes where dissolved contaminants are the concern.
Ion exchange systems have limited capacity, so correct sizing and regular maintenance are essential for dependable radium removal over time; the resin needs periodic regeneration and settings should reflect your water chemistry and household demand to avoid early exhaustion. In hard-water areas like Westchester, many homes benefit from a sediment prefilter to protect the resin and maintain steady flow. Mr. Pure Water can help you choose and install a whole-house ion exchange system that targets radium-226 and radium-228 while fitting your plumbing and lifestyle.