Water Expert Andy Ball: Can the softener cause pressure loss, if so what do I look for, and what do I need to fix it? Yes, a softener will cause some pressure loss due to the resistance from the resin bed, but excessive pressure loss can be... Sponsored Content 03 Sep 2026 | 12:15
Water Expert Andy Ball: What is hard water? Hard water is the type of water that has high mineral content (in contrast with soft water). Hard water minerals primarily... Sponsored Content 27 Jul 2026 | 10:39
2026 marks the 90th anniversary of the Sussex County Farm & Horse Show. Photos provided. Top 10 things to do at the New Jersey State Fair this year For more than 80 years, the fair has offered a variety of activities, and this year’s happenings are as exciting as ever.... Sponsored Content 17 Jul 2026 | 08:27
Water Expert Andy Ball: What is meant by scaling or fouling? Fouling refers to the accumulation of unwanted material on solid surfaces, most often in an aquatic environment. The fouling... Sponsored Content 09 Jul 2026 | 10:47
Water Expert Andy Ball: What is ion exchange? Ion exchange is an exchange of ions between two electrolytes or between an electrolyte solution and a complex. In most cases... Sponsored Content 02 Jul 2026 | 12:38
Water Expert Andy Ball: When do the resins in the softener tank need to be changed? With the proper pretreatment and maintenance, the average water softener will not need its resins replaced in its lifetime... Sponsored Content 25 Jun 2026 | 12:50
From Sparta to Vernon: 6 Outdoor Living Trends Taking Over Sussex County Backyards in 2026 Across Sussex County, homeowners are turning ordinary backyards into stylish outdoor gathering spaces — and many are finding... Sponsored Content 24 Jun 2026 | 08:47
Andy Ball Water Expert Andy Ball: How much salt should my softener use? 1. An average softener with 1 cu. ft. of resins (30,000 grain, 10 ” x 44 ” tank) should use about 6-8 lbs. per regeneration... Sponsored Content 19 Jun 2026 | 02:09
Summertime Treats: The Best Fire Pit Recipes Summer nights aren’t complete without a campfire. From pool parties, to barbeques, to peaceful nights in your own backyard,... Evergreen 02 Jul 2026 | 01:47
Andy Ball Water Expert Andy Ball: How much salt should my softener use? 1. An average softener with 1 cu. ft. of resins (30,000 grain, 10 ” x 44 ” tank) should use about 6-8 lbs. per regeneration... Sponsored Content 21 May 2026 | 04:19
Andy Ball Water Expert Andy Ball: I have a Water Softener, but I still have odor in my water. Why is that? Water softeners do not remove most taste and odor problems (although they can remove the metallic taste of iron in water).... Sponsored Content 14 May 2026 | 11:08
From Sparta to Vernon: 6 Outdoor Living Trends Taking Over Sussex County Backyards in 2026 Across Sussex County, homeowners are turning ordinary backyards into stylish outdoor gathering spaces — and many are finding... Sponsored Content 13 May 2026 | 06:11
Outdoor upgrades that add value to Sussex County NJ homes It’s where families gather on summer nights, where friends linger around a fire pit in the fall and where homeowners are... Sponsored Content 28 May 2026 | 04:44
Planet Networks Nears Goal of Connecting Nearly All Sussex County Homes with Fiber After years of construction across Sussex County, N.J., Planet Networks Founder and CEO Robert Boyle said the company is... Sponsored Content 07 May 2026 | 12:36
Andy Ball Water Expert Andy Ball: I have very hard water and high Iron. What kind of softener do I need? To offer a proper and accurate recommendation for any system(s) needed to correct your water problems, we need current and... Sponsored Content 16 Apr 2026 | 12:45