[dminotti]

I agree. Coming from NY, Florida water does not take good. Is that why I can't find great pizza?

[Brad-tv]

Originally Posted by dminotti

I agree. Coming from NY, Florida water does not take good. Is that why I can't find great pizza?

Thats funny but true,its all about the water, My pizza guy in NY told me his brother has the water shipped by rail to Florida. Since his brother has shipped water from NY he has lines out the door.
I hope someone here takes note and does the same

[2BNTV]

Originally Posted by dminotti

I agree. Coming from NY, Florida water does not take good. Is that why I can't find great pizza?

I believe the water in NY is better and makes pizza, bagels, and breads taste better. IMHO

I have the Nova filtration system installed and the water taste so much better. I am a big water drinker so it's worth $500. Filters get replaced yearly for about $100, (assuming someone does it for you). They are very heavy when taken off. I find it a lot easier writing a check.

Anyone that moves here will be inundated with companies that will try to sell very expensive water systems. They should ashamed of themselves for ripping off people.

[jimbo2012]

Thanks for the support my friend

yes those folks are sketchy to say the least, they charge different prices to different people never a published price $2250-$4500

[SCasey]

Having been spoiled by well water for a very long time, I found the water here to have a strong chemical smell and taste to it. We installed a under-the-sink filter and the water from that is just great.

[jimbo2012]

Hi Steve, kinda hard to take a shower in the sink

Take a look at the Nova systems (a sponsor)

this is interesting also

Certain contaminants such as chlorine and it's by products (TTHM & Haloacetic acids) are easily absorbed through the skin. Your body absorbs these dangerous contaminants every time you bathe, shower, brush your teeth, drink, or even wash your hands. Refrigerator filters offer a marginal amount of clean water from one location. Not your whole home.

Studies have shown an association between chlorine, its by products and cancer. According to the American Journal of Public Health, “up to 2/3 of the harmful effects of chlorine is due to inhalation, drinking and skin absorption while showering”.

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see this thread also

Nova Filtration (Water filters)

[Bigmomma]

I suggest you do your own research.
Everyone has opinions on the matter and they all think they are right.

Mine- The water is horrible. I tested it with our spa test kit and the PH is lower than 7 (neutral) and the chlorine was off the charts. So much so I tested every day for 3 days. It ranged between 2-6ppm of chlorine. HORRIBLE!

It also has heavy metals, and other contaminants in it. Now of course our lovely government who regulates our water makes sure that the water we drink, says those containment levels are "acceptable" for adults.

I personally have a whole house water conditioner for the pipes, plumbing and appliances and a Reverse Osmosis for drinking water. It saves on plastic bottles and I know exactly what I am drinking. Have had the same system in 3 homes for over 28 years. No high pressure sucker here. Just A LOT OF RESEARCH

[Bonny]

Originally Posted by Bigmomma

I suggest you do your own research.
Everyone has opinions on the matter and they all think they are right.

Mine- The water is horrible. I tested it with our spa test kit and the PH is lower than 7 (neutral) and the chlorine was off the charts. So much so I tested every day for 3 days. It ranged between 2-6ppm of chlorine. HORRIBLE!

It also has heavy metals, and other contaminants in it. Now of course our lovely government who regulates our water makes sure that the water we drink, says those containment levels are "acceptable" for adults.

I personally have a whole house water conditioner for the pipes, plumbing and appliances and a Reverse Osmosis for drinking water. It saves on plastic bottles and I know exactly what I am drinking. Have had the same system in 3 homes for over 28 years. No high pressure sucker here. Just A LOT OF RESEARCH

I love our tap water. Been here 16 years and have always drank it.

[jimbo2012]

Bonny, I think you just got use to it.

there is a high chlorine count along with a host of other nasties.

To each his own

[petsetc]

I grew up in Philadelphia where the water was HEAVILY treated with chlorine and fluorine. Result - I'm old and have great teeth.
We use the tap water for everything (including making coffee) and drink the water out of the refrigerator (filtered). I expect to survive even longer.

Come don, try it, then decide.

[New York Transplant]

We bought a system and it was the best investment to date! Not only will it add value to your home, you'll end up with an entire house of filtered water which in turn helps your pipes, skin, hair etc, etc. The lead is very high here...

[Bigmomma]

Originally Posted by JerryLBell

We bought a house in TV last year and plan on moving to it in a few more months. Our renters decided to have a water filter system installed and wanted to leave it for us. At $20 a month, I wasn't sure if the water really needed an extra level of filtration beyond what was provided by the filter built into the refrigerator. What is the consensus on the drink-ability of Villages water? Our house is in the south end. of that makes a difference.

Thanks in advance for any helpful replies!

The water is "safe" by government standards. They make sure the amount of lead, arsenic, nitrates, heavy medals and other chemicals are at a safe level for ADULTS to drink. The Villages also adds ALOT of chlorine. You can test it with a pool test kit and see that the levels are higher than a swimming pool. Typically between 2ppm and 6ppm.

A whole house water softener will help improve the water by removing mineral impurities that cause scaling of your pipes, fixtures, toilets, showers, faucets and all water using appliances. A water filter, such as activated carbon will help remove the chlorine and taste/ odor.

However the best filtration you can buy for your home, would be a reverse osmosis system for your Kitchen sink. That way you know exactly how it is being treated and where. It also reduces the waste of plastic bottles.

I see a few suggestions on some companies to try. I would suggest Kinetico by Central Florida Water.

They installed our system several years ago and we couldn't be happier. No sales gimmicks or high pressure. G

[jimbo2012]

You may want to go to Polo Grounds show tomorrow, Nova filters will be displaying their filters and can explain the technicalities of how these systems work.

40 years experience thousands less than others.

Nova Filters

[JerryLBell]

Originally Posted by jimbo2012

You may want to go to Polo Grounds show tomorrow, Nova filters will be displaying their filters and can explain the technicalities of how these systems work.

40 years experience thousands less than others.

Nova Filters

Wish I could! I'm heading down on Sunday with a small trailer-load as part of a phased move-in to TV but will not be there this Saturday. Is this something you do regularly?

[jimbo2012]

No it's an annual event of The Villages, call next week