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Water Quality/Expert Profile
Expertise
My field of expertise is in domestic water treatment. I am retired and have 28 years of experience in the water treatment field. I have earned the designation of Water Specialist, level five, from the Water Quality Association.I can offer help in the solution for private wells` problems as to `point of entry` and `point of use` treatments. these would include,disinfection,conditioning,and purification for drinking including reverse osmosis technology. Problems concerning well pumps,or plumbing or well drilling are out of my field,as well as commericial,industrial or municipal water treatment. I prefer to limit questions to the average homeowner`s use.Since retiring I have added consultation on the care and ,maintenance of domestic water treatment systems. These include filtration, conditioning/softening,chemical feed, and drinking water systems.
Experience in the area
over 28 years testing private wells and application of various water treatment systems for a 65 year old water treatment company.Now retired and doing independent water consulting.BR>
Organizations
Water Quality Association
Organizations
Water Quality Association
Education/Credentials
WATER QUALITY ASSOCIATION CERTIFICATION AS WATER SPECIALIST V
What do you like about this subject?
It is enjoyable and rewarding to help people solve their water problems. I like sharing my knowledge to erase some myths about water, water quality and water treatment.
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
What I have learned in all these years of studying water is that there is so much more to learn and discover about water and water treatment.
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
I think an important truth about water quality is the definition of soft water versus hard water. Hard water means the presence of Calcium and Magnesium only. Iron,which indeed is a problem, is not part of water hardness. Soft water means the ABSCENCE of these minerals NOT the presence of salt. Distilled water and Reverse Osmosis water are both soft by definition yet the contain no mineral salts.
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
Unfortunately; this is an unregulated industry. No mandatory liscencing or validation required. ANYONE can sell water treatment equipment. So be careful and deal with reputable companies.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
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| Chris | 04/03/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Dear Fred, Thank you for your answer! ..... |
| Tom Johnston | 03/26/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Fred, Thank you very much for your ..... |
| Sean | 03/06/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you VERY much! |
| Joseph | 02/21/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | I found Mr. Brunetti's advice and commentary ..... |
| Damon Sullivan | 01/30/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for the prompt response, your ..... |
Recent Answers from Fred E. Brunetti CWSV
2012-05-17 Blue/green stains with well water:
Hi Stacey; Thanks for asking.l Sorry this is late.You are correct in thinking the stains are from copper. Since you don't see stains anywhere else the problem probably only affects the kitchen and bathroom
2012-05-10 water tank:
Hi Diane; The short answer, given the information you provide is yes it will. I always oversize the watertank (pressure tank) because the larger tank provides a better 'drawdown'.In other words it allows
2012-05-04 New Well water still cloudy gray:
Hi Aaron (my grandson's name too) Believe it or not your problem may solve itself. You may just have to run it even longer!! However,the sulfur smell may need some attention. Did you well person 'shock'
2012-04-04 Green sand filter compared to charcoal filter for a Florida well:
Hi John. Thanks for asking AE. The simple answer is no on the greensand option. Manganese greensand is a VERY heavy mineral and requires at least 8 gal per min. flow rate to backwash effectively..10 GPM
2012-03-30 Water well pressure tank:
Hi Kerry; Thanks for asking All Experts. It would seem from the information you give that you gradually lose pressure. You might have a pin hole in the bladder of the tank which would allow water to
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