How to Tell if Your Tap Water is Drinkable

Clean, safe drinking water is essential for good health, but how can you be sure your tap water is actually safe to drink? While most municipal water systems like Yakima, Ellensburg, etc. meet safety standards, it’s worth knowing how to assess your water quality and when to take additional precautions. Start with Your Senses Your … Read more

Understanding Yakima’s Water Quality: What’s in Your Tap Water?

Every day, us Yakimans use our city’s water for for drinking, cooking, or irrigation. But have you ever stopped to wonder what’s actually in your tap water? At Independent Water Service of Yakima, we believe that understanding your water quality is the first step toward protecting your health and your home. Let’s take a closer … Read more

Why Switch from Bottled Water to a Water Purification System?

Switching from bottled water consumption to a water purification system is the responsible (and healthy) choice. It’s one of the reasons we continue to operate Independent Water Service in Yakima.  It’s too easy to let convenience push sustainability aside. Here’s why we believe the water treatment systems for Central Washington are so important.  Environmental Impact … Read more

Do I need a water filtration system for my Yakima Valley well water?

Many homes throughout the Yakima Valley rely on well water, which can be a reliable and often cleaner alternative to municipal water. However, well water in Central Washington is not without its potential issues due to common groundwater contaminants. Typically municipal water providers take care of regulating and treating the water that they provide. Well … Read more

The Benefits of Home Water Filtration Systems for Central Washington Homeowners

Do you ever stop to wonder about the quality of the water flowing through your faucet? As Central Washington homeowners, our region is known for its variety of landscapes and bountiful agriculture, but what about the water that quenches our thirst and fills our homes? Whole home water filtration systems are becoming an increasingly valuable  … Read more