Comments on: The Friday Gathering – Learning new things edition

By: rtc

rtc — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 14:03:26 +0000

I can really relate to learning new things when moving into a new house. I moved two weeks ago and am learning about pellet stoves (I love it, but can’t always get it to light) and gas fireplaces (same problem). I plan to keep learning!

By: Bobbie

Bobbie — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 08:14:26 +0000

I think it’s fantastic to have these new learning experiences. What a great attitude you have!

By: skeptictank

skeptictank — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 01:26:08 +0000

Hmmm…. a well _and_ a septic tank. I hope they’re far apart form each other ;-)

If you do get a softener, have a bypass for the drinking water – certain types of hard water with lots of calcium and magnesium are actually rather good for you.

By: David

David — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 15:35:30 +0000

I am with you on well-water – our new house has it as well and wow, what a difference from city water! Thanks for the mention…

By: That One Caveman

That One Caveman — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 15:18:01 +0000

Thanks for the mention. I’m glad I could entertain you with my painful story. ;) Joking aside (and money problems, too), I’m so looking forward to finally getting to use this basement that has stolen all my money. Hopefully my new office will give me the opportunity to earn even more and pay it off quicker. I’d rather look at it as an investment than a money pit.

As far as your water, I also recommend a water softener. Hard water means you have to use more water to clean and it ends up costing you more (in your case, the cost of pumping that water and disposing of it through your septic system). And, of course, make sure your septic system never leeches to your well or you’ll be in for one nasty surprise! Ick…

By: Kristen

Kristen — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:06:07 +0000

Good luck with the well water and septic system. My parents have both. When my husband and I bought our house one of my requirements was that it must have city water and sewer services. There are advantages and disadvantages to both, but I didn’t want to have to deal with the potential problems that can come with a well and septic system.

In terms of the hard water, you should look into a water softener. You can find them for a reasonable price, and they make a real difference. You’ll use less soap in your washing machine. Also, hard water can really dry your skin out.