With the New Year just around the corner, many of us are beginning to plan our 2020 resolutions. The top resolution made each year? Improving health, whether it be by exercise, healthier eating, or life choice changes. Did you know the simplest way to encourage a healthy lifestyle is by drinking plenty of water? Clean water is an essential nutrient, the primary basis of all living organisms, and undoubtedly necessary to sustain life. When striving to achieve optimum health, consuming clean water should be at the top of your resolution list. Lindyspring Systems is sharing with you just a few of the health benefits water can help with!


1. Reduces headaches.
Did you know that dehydration is a common trigger for headaches and migraines? Dehydration causes blood volume to drop resulting in less blood and oxygen flow to the brain and dilated blood vessels. Studies have found drinking around seven glasses of water a day was enough to ease pain and improve the quality of life in patients who regularly suffer headaches.

2. Helps mental alertness.
Studies have shown that if you are only 1 percent dehydrated, you will likely have a 5 percent decrease in cognitive function. If your brain drops 2 percent in body water, you may suffer from fuzzy short-term memory, experience problems with focusing, and have trouble with math computations. Prolonged dehydration causes brain cells to shrink in size and mass. When the brain is fully hydrated, the exchange of nutrients and toxins will be more efficient—thus ensuring better concentration and mental alertness.


3. Benefits digestion.
It's not necessary to drink water to digest food, but it definitely helps. Water helps aid in proper digestion by helping to break down food so your body can absorb the nutrients. It also helps with preventing bloating and constipation. Another digestive perk is that water takes up space in the stomach. This means that drinking a glass of water before and during a meal can help you eat less.

4. Replenishes skin tissue.
Drinking water helps to deliver essential nutrients to skin cells and helps to maintain optimal skin moisture. It increases skin elasticity and helps delay the appearance of aging such as wrinkles and lines. Water aides as a natural anti-aging solution by keeping the skin hydrated and glistening, therefore enhancing the complexion.

There you go - 4 health benefits of clean drinking water at the Lake of the Ozarks! So, if you're planning to improve your health in 2020, make sure to include drinking plenty of water to your plan! To ensure the water entering your home is top quality and safe to drink, let Lindyspring Systems come out and test your water supply. We can determine if water treatment is needed for your water supply at the Lake of the Ozarks and what system will best suit your needs. For your home or business water treatment needs, contact the most experienced water treatment company at the Lake of the Ozarks.

You use your home's water source every day, but do you know what's in your water? Contaminants such as iron, manganese, hardness minerals, or acidic water can damage your plumbing and appliances, especially if your water source is a private well. Not only that, but some contaminants can even be harmful to your health! So how can you tell if you have water issues with your home's water supply? Ask yourself these questions:

What Does it Smell Like?

• If your water has an earthy or musty odor, this could be an indication of Iron bacteria.
• If it smells like a fish tank, your water is possibly contaminated with Barium, Cadmium, or Chloramines
• If you've got the wet dog smell, there is likely bacteria or metal in your plumbing pipes.
• Rotten egg smell indicates Hydrogen Sulfide contamination.

What Does it Taste Like?

• If your tap water tastes like a swimming pool, you could have high levels of Chlorine in your water supply.
• Sweet tasting water indicates high Iron or Calcium levels.
• If your water tastes like metal, you probably have an Iron or Manganese problem.
• A medicinal or bitter taste could be caused from Copper.

Does it Look...

• Orange colored water is an indication of corrosion or excess Iron.
• Cloudy water means you have high turbidity or air bubbles in your supply.
• Blue/green water means there could be Copper or Algae in your water.

If You Have Hard Water...
Many people who bathe with hard water notice dry skin and even hard or bumpy patches. The minerals that are present in hard water means that the cleansing products used while showering don’t completely rinse from your body. You could be experiencing soap scum buildup, dry skin and hair, faded laundry and spotty dishes. Hard water also causes scale buildup which causes appliances to wear out faster. Minerals in hard water can also affect the texture and appearance of food. Keep in mind, if you don’t like the flavor or odor of your tap water, it could be making its way into your food, too. When you cook dry food like rice, noodles, and beans, it may be absorbing that same flavor. The same goes for boiling or blanching your vegetables.

Invisible Water Problems:
Some water problems are undetectable by human senses and may be a serious contamination issue. Some of these common and hazardous issues are:

• Lead
• Arsenic
• Nitrates
• Chromium

Water problems can be a real mystery. Let one of our specialists check things out for you with a free, in-home water analysis. Contact us today to have a water treatment professional come out to test your water supply. Whatever your water problem is, we've got a treatment system to solve even the toughest of water problems!

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Did you know that residential water damage is 5 times more likely than theft and 6 times more likely than a fire? In fact, roughly 40% of homeowners will suffer from water damage at some point in their homeownership lifetime. The best way to avoid water damage is to prevent it. Lindysprings Systems at the Lake of the Ozarks is now offering a product that can help you do just that!

We're proud to offer the smartest home water monitoring and leak detection system on the market. Flo by Moen is a mainline water monitoring system for the home that identifies leaks and alerts homeowners of potential issues to proactively track and protect against possible damage.

Never Miss a Drop
Backed by years of product development and industry leading technology, the smart water valve detects and stops leaks. From your toilet, shower or faucet, to the pipes in your foundation and behind your walls, the smart water valve monitors all of them so there's no surprises on your water bill or catastrophes when you come home from vacation.

Where is Flo by Moen Installed?
This device is installed on the main water supply line and paired with the home's Wi-Fi. From there, Flo by Moen can capture all vulnerabilities in the potable water system. Real-time alerts are sent to the smartphone app to help inform homeowners on water usage on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. The app features notifications for remote shutoff option for the homeowner via the app and automatic shutoff if a catastrophic leak is detected.

Quick Facts
Whole-Home Water Security
Flo by Moen monitors the entire water system for big leaks, microleaks and even invisible leaks behind walls.

Proactive Protection
Daily health tests help keep the home leak-free and alert the user when there's an issue.

Water Shutoff Valve
Remote and automatic options to shut off valve help to prevent catastrophic damage.

Microleak Technology
Advanced sensors detect leaks as small as one drop of water per minute.

Support
On-call experts help users identify and troubleshoot detected leaks.

Savings
Save water and money while protecting the home and possessions from water damage.

Insurance Discounts
Insurance discounts may be available based on carrier and region. Please check with your local insurance representative for eligibility.

Contact Lindyspring Systems for Your Flo by Moen System Installation!
Whether you're looking to protect a new or existing home, Flo by Moen is the right answer. Just imagine having your water at your fingertips. From setup to checking your water usage, everything you need to monitor and control your water system is done from the mobile app. Start protecting your home against leaks and water damage in a smart way. Give Lindysprings Systems a call today to request more information about the Flo by Moen system and schedule your installation!

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If you're feeling the holiday spirit and want to check out some great light shows, Lindyspring Systems has got some information you'll want to jot down! The Lake of the Ozarks is home to four beautiful drive-thru holiday light parks that are open through the holiday season. Each holiday light park has its own set of unique holiday light displays that the entire family will enjoy and while donations are gladly accepted, the holiday light parks are free to drive through.


Don't Forget to Pack Your Thermos of Cocoa!
Before you head out for an evening of Christmas Light viewing, be sure to make some delicious hot cocoa for the road! At Lindyspring Systems, the best water treatment company at the Lake of the Ozarks, we can help you select the perfect water treatment system for your household that'll make your cocoa taste amazing! And with us, service doesn't stop at the close of a sale, we'll continue to provide excellent service for years to come for all of your water treatment needs. We also deliver to your business 40 lb. bags of coarse solar salt and 40 lb. bags of potassium chloride. Contact us at 573-348-5044 to learn more about our water treatment services at the Lake of the Ozarks!

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Ever wonder if buying a water softener at the Lake of the Ozarks is worth the money? We're hear to tell you that not only is it worth the money you'll spend on getting one, but it'll save you a lot of trouble and expense in the long run. There are so many benefits to owning a water softener that go above and beyond just having soft water. So we're answering some frequently asked questions to better educate you on the benefits that having soft water can provide to you and your household.

Can you drink soft water?

Although many people believe soft water should not be drunk because of the sodium content, most do not realize how little sodium is in the water. Over 95% of our minerals come from our food and less than 5% from drinking water. The amount of sodium a water softener adds to tap water depends on the “Hardness” of your water. The higher the concentration of calcium and magnesium, the more sodium needed to soften the water. Still, the amount of sodium in softened water that was originally very hard shouldn’t be cause for concern. (www.MayoClinic.com)

Why does soft water not rinse the soap off? Showering in soft water makes my skin feel “slick”.

Showering in soft water may give you the sensation that soap and shampoo haven’t been rinsed away.  The “slick” feeling is actually your skin and hair thoroughly clean. Bathing with soft water, skin and hair retain natural moisturizing agents, feeling softer and smoother. Your skin will be healthier all winter long and not be so dry and itchy. Hair needs less conditioner and will not get so much build up on it from styling products.

Are water softeners expensive to operate?

A water softener is the only household appliance that can save you money. The cost of the electricity it uses is less than $6.00 per year. Soft water will help your appliances such as your water heater and dishwasher run more efficiently and last longer. Soft water also uses 50-70% less detergent to laundry and dishes. A Lindyspring water softener can also save you hours of housework by eliminating mineral deposits and soap scum on your fixtures.

Should I buy an electronic or magnetic device to soften my water?

Do not be fooled! While a lot of these devices do exist, only water softeners soften water. In the industry these magnets are referred to as “Descalers”, not softeners. They may be effective in certain applications as descalers, but they do not remove the hardness of the water. All of the benefits of softened water are forfeited. These items are sold with testimonials and a money back 90 day guarantee, but there is no scientific evidence to support their claims. If it sounds too good to be true, then it most likely is!

Can the discharge from a water softener’s regeneration damage my septic system or drainfield?

In studies conducted by the University of Wisconsin in the late 1970s, it was confirmed that salt brine discharge from water softeners caused no problems in the operation of typical and newer style home treatment plants. High concentrations of calcium and manganese in the softener backwash water have no effect on the biological functions occurring in the septic tank and may, in some cases be helpful. The additional volume of wastewater generated is added slowly to the wastewater stream and does not cause any hydraulic overload problems. (Corey et al., 1977)

Do water softeners waste water and salt?

When you are shopping for a water softener at the Lake of the Ozarks, be sure to check the specifications for efficiency. If sized properly, a water softener will only regenerate 1 or 2 times per week. Always look for an electronic demand softener which meters water usage and adjusts accordingly. With the use of new technology such as upflow brining and metered electronic demand, today’s water softeners are much more efficient than those of yesteryear. It is not uncommon for a good quality softener to use less than 2 pounds of salt and less than 30 gallons of water per regeneration. Remember this piece of trivia – the total amount of water used to manufacture a new car, including tires is 39,090 gallons. Softeners do not waste water!

As you probably already know, we sell residential and commercial water treatment solutions for many different water problems. But did you know that we also RENT out water softeners?! We have tons of rental customers who LOVE being able to get soft water by taking advantage our rental program! So, why would you want to rent a water softener? We've got 3 reasons renting is an excellent option for many. Take a look:


Renting is Cost-Effective
The biggest factor for people choosing to rent is the financial side. To most people, the one time upfront fee of purchasing a water softener is daunting and without the relevant knowledge of which to buy, many people can pay too much for the system. By renting, the stress of financing a softener is eradicated. When renting, you'll only worry about a one-time small installation fee, the low monthly rental fee, and the cost for salt!

No Long-Term Commitment
Renting is often considered a short-term solution to an individual’s hard water problems. If you are undecided about the length of your tenure in your current property, then renting may be the best solution for you. There is very low commitment associated with rental because when you decide to move, you don't have to worry about relocating your water softener. You can just contact your Lindyspring provider and they will remove the softener for you and even move and reinstall it for you in your new property if you wish to continue renting!

We Handle Maintenance and Repairs
When you rent a water softener through Lindyspring Systems, any maintenance issues that arise is handled by us. So besides making sure you're maintaining the salt levels as recommended, you can leave the maintenance worries to us! What's even better, is that our rental clients are very important to us - so if an issue does arise, we provide same day or next day service to ensure your softener is functioning properly without hassle or little downtime.

At Lindyspring Systems, you've got options! We can help make sure you get the size of unit that is exactly right for your needs as well as install it in the most professional manner possible. Contact us at 573-348-5044 to learn more about our water softener rental services at the Lake of the Ozarks!

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As a new mother, there are many things you're probably thinking of and researching to ensure the best for your baby. You've done research on the best diapers to use, the best prenatal vitamins to take, and even the best bottles to prevent gas and spit-up, and of course that are BPA-free! But have you considered whether the tap water you're drinking is safe? Did you know that you could unknowingly be exposing your unborn child to Bisphenol A (BPA) through the water you're consuming?


What is BPA?
Let's backtrack for just a minute. Maybe you don't know what BPA is... Here's the quick hit: BPA is a carbon-based, man-made compound that has been used in the manufacture of plastics since the late 1950s. BPA is a synthetic estrogen and known endocrine disruptor. It is a relative of diethylstilbestrol (DES), a drug that caused genetic mutations and increased reproductive health problems and certain cancers among women.

How Does BPA Affect Fetal Development?
Research has shown that BPA exposure in utero and shortly after birth is linked to future health problems including breast cancer, prostate cancer, metabolic changes, decreased fertility, early puberty, neurological problems, and immunological changes. To reduce BPA exposure among infants, the FDA banned the use of this compound in baby bottles in 2012. However, by the time a child is delivered, the likelihood of exposure has already occurred. Pregnant women who consume BPA through their drinking water risk exposing their developing fetus to the compound, often during the first weeks of pregnancy, a crucial time for fetal development.

What Are Your Options for Protection?
While it's nearly impossible to completely eliminate exposure of BPA entirely from your water source, there are some things you can do to better protect yourself and your child. One of those wonderfully simple ways is to have a water purifier installed in your home. This will help to limit your and your family’s exposure to bisphenol-A.

There are a few other simple ways to reduce BPA-exposure, such as using glass, ceramic, or stainless steel for food storage, avoiding cooking or reheating in plastic containers, and choosing fresh or frozen foods instead of canned. Ultimately, being proactive versus reactive is going to provide you and your family with safer cleaner drinking water, and a sense of relief knowing that's one less thing you'll need to be concerned about.


When it comes to little ones, risking the unknown is never an option. A drinking water purification system will give you and your family 24/7 access to fresh, clean drinking water without the bottle or the worry of BPA exposure. For more information about our water purification systems, visit our website or give us a call. We're happy to discuss what options best fit your growing family's needs! Contact us at 573-348-5044 to learn more about our water treatment services at the Lake of the Ozarks!

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• Car washes
• Hair and Nail salons
• Restaurants
• Hospitals
• Hotels
• Golf Resorts
• Pools and waterparks 
• Laundry businesses

The temperatures are beginning to feel a lot like fall, y'all! What better way to stay warm than to try out some delicious fall drink recipes that you and your family can enjoy! We at Lindyspring Lake of the Ozarks have selected a few of our favorite hot beverages that we think you'll like. So plan a get-together around the fire pit and try these "fall' beverage recipes that'll have your family and friends feeling warm and cozy!


Hot Cranberry Tea
Ingredients:

• 3 1/2 quarts water
• 1 (12 ounce) package cranberries
• 2 cups white sugar
• 2 oranges, juiced
• 2 lemons, juiced
• 12 whole cloves

Whether it's for home or your business, having great tasting and safe drinking water is a necessity. You may have thought about getting a bottled water cooler, but didn't want to deal with the hassle of changing out bottles and worrying about deliveries or picking up new bottle replacements. You're probably also thinking there's got to be an easier, more cost effective way to provide great cold drinking water while not dealing with all the headache and hassle of bottled water. Well, you're in luck! Lindyspring Systems at the Lake of the Ozarks is now offering bottleless water coolers!

Low Maintenance & Time-Saving
Bottleless water coolers are a low maintenance set-it and forget-it system. Once the system is installed, just simply replace the pre-filters every 6 months to enjoy fresh delicious water. No more water jugs means no more worries about heavy bottle changes, troublesome bottle storage, accidental water spills, and waterless dry days. It also means there is no water cooler reservoir to regularly sanitize and maintain which will free your staff to focus more time on their own work.

Healthier & More Sanitary
Bottleless water coolers employ a sealed, airtight bottleless system that greatly reduces the risk of water contamination by completely eliminating the need for human contact with the water source. Water jugs and bottled water cooler reservoirs are highly susceptible to airborne contaminants and contamination from bottleneck handling during bottle changes.

Convenient and Cost Effective
Our bottleless water coolers can be conveniently connected to any existing water line to produce a continuous supply of delicious hot or cold purified drinking water. The economic and environmental advantages of switching to bottleless water coolers and dispensers are great.


Make the Switch to a Bottleless Water Cooler Today!
Eliminate the hassle of replacing those heavy bottles of water, and upgrade to a system that connects directly to your waterline! Let Lindyspring Systems help save thousands of gallons of water compared to Bottled Water Coolers! The bottleless water cooler also helps you save in maintenance cost by not having delivery of bottles, weekly or monthly. For more information about our Bottleless Water Coolers, please call us at (573) 348-5044.

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Fall has arrived and Halloween is almost here, and there's all sorts of family friendly events at the Lake of the Ozarks to get you in the spirit! With just a few short weeks left before Halloween, now's your chance to check out all the spook-tacular Autumn and Halloween related festivities the Lake has to offer. This week, Lindyspring Systems is sharing with you a list of events that the whole family will enjoy!


Halloween Happenings @ Stark Caverns
Enjoy a weekend full of frightfully good fun at Stark Caverns October 26 & 27. Share the scare when you take the Haunted Cave Tour during Stark Caverns Halloween Happenings! Saturday night only, teens & adults can experience a frightful adventure, filled with bats, ghosts and other scary surprises. On Sunday, bring the entire family to Stark Caverns for a fun-filled day of activities. Go on the self-guided Spooky Tour, try your hand at sluice mining, test your skills at pumpkin chunkin, and enjoy s'mores & hot cocoa. Plus, don't forget the Kids Zone - filled with free activities like pumpkin tic-tac-toe and spider racing.

Thunder Mountain Park Fall Festival
You can enjoy this event every Saturday & Sunday through October from 9a-4p at Bridal Cave & Thunder Mountain Park in Camdenton. Each Fall Thunder Mountain comes alive for the fall season. Included in your tour of Bridal Cave is all of the fall festival activities. Live Bluegrass music, sarsaparilla making, pumpkin painting, pumpkin chunkin' range, hay bale mountain, fire pits for smores, bat bag toss, face painting, pumpkin tic tac toe, pedal tractor races, hike the pumpkin trail and pick out your favorite pumpkin. Its fun for the whole family.

Eldon PTO Trunk or Treat
Come join the Eldon PTO for a FUN, FREE, FAMILY FRIENDLY, night of trick-or-treating on October 26th from 6-8PM. This year Trunk-or-Treat will again be held behind the Storm Safety Building between the South and Upper Elementary Schools. Anyone and everyone is invited to participate by attending or having a trunk of your own! All decorations and costumes must stay family appropriate. For Trunk-or-Treating, please enter through the gate located between the Upper Elementary School and Storm Shelter. Parking will be available at both Elementary schools.

Halloween Family Day at Haunted Holler
The Walking Dead at Haunted Holler/Fort 54 Paintball presents Halloween Family Day on October 26th. The fun starts at 12 pm. Free kids pumpkin coloring and costume contest at 3 pm. Free candy to kids in costumes. BBQ, Music and drink specials all day! All ages get to shoot zombie walkers. $10 for 100 paintballs.

Howl-O-Ween Festival
One of the “fun-est” times of the year! Free to attend, this year's event takes place on October 27th from 11am-3pm. Grab the kids and your furry friends and join us for a fun time! We’ll have all kinds of contests for both two and four legged attendees, games for the kids, Best Costume Parade, quilt raffle tickets and so much more! 100% of the proceeds go to Dogwood Animal Shelter! Watch for further information!

Hy-Vee Hollow Trick-or-Treat

HyVee Hallow Trick or Treat Maze hosted by Wonderland Camp and Hy-Vee.

A safe and fun night of trick-or-treating for families from 3-6pm at the Hyvee parking lot from more than 40 booths. $2 admission. Lake area businesses, organizations, churches and other non profits are welcome to take part.

Call Mike Clayton 573-280-5648 to get a booth. It's only $100 for a booth.

Decorate your booth, hand out coupons, flyers and more. Participants must provide candy for 2000 kids. Hyvee can provide candy! 100% of the proceeds will go to The Dream Factory and Wonderland Camp. Food will be available.

At Lindyspring Systems, the best water treatment company at the Lake of the Ozarks, we can help you select the perfect water treatment system for your household or business needs. And with us, service doesn't stop at the close of a sale, we'll continue to provide excellent service for years to come for all of your water treatment needs. We also deliver to your business 40 lb. bags of coarse solar salt and 40 lb. bags of potassium chloride. Contact us at 573-348-5044 to learn more about our water treatment services at the Lake of the Ozarks!

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There are more than 400,000 private wells in Missouri, accounting for more than 17 percent of the state's water supply. These wells are used by more than 1.4 million Missourians, more than a quarter of the state's population. While they can be a great source for water because of the ease of access and monetary savings they provide, private wells can be contaminated by both naturally occurring sources and by human activities. Lindyspring Systems is sharing with you 6 commonly found contaminants, their sources, and their possible human health impacts.

1. Microorganisms
Water runoff from rainfall or snow-melt can contaminate private wells by washing microorganisms into the well system or seeping underground. Leakage of waste from underground storage tanks and effluent from septic leach fields can reach a water source and result in microorganisms being present in water wells. Microorganisms include bacteria, viruses, and parasites. They can be found all over the surface of our planet and are found in human sewage and animal waste. People that consume drinking water containing microorganisms can experience gastrointestinal illnesses and infections.

2. Nitrate & Nitrite
Nitrate and nitrite are present in chemical fertilizers, human sewage, and animal waste and fertilizers. They can contaminate a private well through groundwater movement and surface water seepage and water run-off. High levels of nitrate/nitrite in drinking water can cause methemoglobinemia or "blue baby syndrome". These substances reduce the blood's ability to carry oxygen. Infants below six months who drink water with high levels of nitrate can become seriously ill and die.

3. Heavy Metals
Heavy metals can leach into drinking water from household plumbing and service lines, mining operations, petroleum refineries, electronics manufacturers, municipal waste disposal, cement plants, and natural mineral deposits. Heavy metals include: arsenic, antimony, cadmium, chromium, copper, lead, selenium and many more. Heavy metals can contaminate private wells through groundwater movement and surface water seepage and runoff. People that consume high levels of heavy metals risk acute and chronic toxicity, liver, kidney, and intestinal damage, anemia, and cancer.

4. Organic Chemicals
Organic chemicals are found in many household products and are used widely in agriculture and industry. They can be found in inks, dyes, pesticides, paints, pharmaceuticals, solvents, petroleum products, sealants, and disinfectants. Organic chemicals can enter groundwater and contaminate private wells through waste disposal, spills, and surface water run-off. People that consume high levels of organic chemicals may suffer from damage to their kidneys, liver, circulatory system, nervous system, and reproductive system.

5. Radionuclides
Radionuclides are radioactive forms of elements such as uranium and radium. They are harmful to humans and can be released into the environment from  uranium mining and milling, coal mining, and nuclear power production. Radionuclides may also be naturally present in ground water in some areas. Radionuclides can contaminate private wells through groundwater flow, waste water seepage and flooding. Drinking water with radionuclides can cause toxic kidney effects and increase the risk of cancer.

6. Fluoride
Fluoride can be present in many aquifers and can be found in private wells. Fluoride can be helpful in preventing tooth decay. However, excessive consumption of fluoride can cause skeletal fluorosis, a condition characterized by pain and tenderness of bones and joints.  Excess consumption of fluoride during formative period of tooth enamel may cause dental fluorosis, tooth discoloration and/or pitting of teeth.

Ensure Your Well Water is Safe
If your home operates on a well system, your water supply's quality can change at any time. To ensure that your drinking water source is clear of harmful minerals and contaminants, it's best to have your water source professionally tested and treated. Lindyspring Systems has several water treatment solutions at the Lake of the Ozarks that can treat all kinds of water problems. Whether you have hard water, contaminated water, or just don't care for the taste of your tap water, we can install a water treatment system to take care of your water needs. Contact us today to schedule an appointment so we can come test your water to determine the best water treatment system for you!

Today officially marks the first day of fall! We've been so eagerly looking forward to the cooler temperatures, beautiful fall foliage, the return of pumpkin spice everything, and the knowledge that the strand of joyous holidays are approaching! But fall can bring on a bit of unwanted displeasure. Fall can be coupled with dry skin. So, this week, the best water treatment company at the Lake of the Ozarks is providing you with some tips on how to prevent dry skin during the fall and winter months.

Wash with Lukewarm Water
While it may be very tempting on those cooler mornings to wake up to a nice hot shower, this will dry out your skin. Washing with hot water removes natural oils from the skin and can cause skin to become drier. Wash with lukewarm water, not hot. It's also important to pay attention to the soaps you're using during this dryer season. Avoid shower gels with alcohols as one of the top ingredients because that'll steal extra moisture even before you step out of the shower. Another factor that could be causing dry skin is the hardness of your water. If you don't have a water softener in your home, the hard water you're showering in could be causing your skin to become dry because it's sapping the natural oils from your skin and hair.

Moisturize After Showering
Apply a moisturizer shortly after showering or bathing that contains ceramides to help lock in moisture. This season it's also especially important to read the labels on your bath and beauty products. To keep skin well-nourished, look for lotions or creams with oils and butters to provide moisture.

Avoid Using Drying Facial Products
When washing your face, use a gentle non-drying cleanser that contains glycerin. Skip the drugstore makeup remover wipes that contain alcohol and sulfates as they can irritate and dry the skin. And don't forget to amp up your hydration regimen. A great way to rehydrate your skin in the fall is by using a mask that has hydrating properties. Or you can go a step further and pamper your skin with a professional hydrafacial!

Stay Well Hydrated
It's typical that during the fall and winter you tend to become less active, and probably don't feel as thirsty as often as you do in the summer. But your body still requires just as much water to maintain a healthy balance. A good indication that your body isn't getting the amount of water it needs is if your skin starts to feel dry or look ashy and flakey. Ensure that you're providing the highest quality of water by getting a water treatment system installed in your home to prevent contaminants from getting in your drinking water.

By heeding this advice, you'll notice a significant difference in how your skin looks and feels this fall. So no matter what you're doing this fall, whether it's raking leaves, visiting a pumpkin patch, or enjoying some quiet time indoors in front of your fireplace, remember to enjoy a glass of refreshing, purified drinking water from your Lindyspring water conditioning system. By staying hydrated, you'll have better luck keeping your skin soft, supple and looking and feeling it's best all fall and winter long. If you don't have a water treatment system, we can help. Give us a call today at 573-348-5044 to discuss your Lake of the Ozarks water treatment needs!

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